I love this doormat.  It is so nice.  But I don't think you can keep it outside.  It got completely unusable within one month.  I vacuumed it and even tried to use a sweater stone on it to eliminate the shedding that took place from (presumably exposing it to the elements).   It is beautiful though and if you plan to use it indoors or in a completely covered area outdoors I think it is a really great doormat.