Do not invest in outdoor carpet hoping to make the walkway less hazardous for winter walking. The properly chosen outdoor carpeting can be an asset to the outdoor living space in your home. It may cut down on area maintenance, also. Many factors influence the carpet selection you make. Knowing what those factors are before you go shopping or make your selection will help make the process less frustrating.
Labels often carry both terms for accuracy in fiber identification.
Kenneth R. Bolen, Director of Cooperative Extension, University of Nebraska, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources.