Simons Maison
Micro-Check Indoor-Outdoor Rug See Available Sizes
CA$128.00CAD
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This micro-check rug is an indoor-outdoor floor covering with a durable polypropylene face and a jute backing, featuring a low 0.2-inch pile height. The black-and-white checkerboard pattern is suitable for entryways, patios, and high-traffic areas, and the rug is adapted for both indoor and outdoor use. It is easy to care for, and a rug pad is recommended for added safety.
- Material
- Polypropylene with jute backing
- Style
- classic
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Color
Black and White
Size
240X305CM180X275CM160X215CM
Specifications
Indoor-outdoor rug with micro-check pattern, made of durable polypropylene with jute backing.
Easy-care, durable polypropylene, pile height 0.2 inches, jute backing, rug pad recommended for safety.
- Material
- Polypropylene with jute backing
- Secondary
- jute
- Style
- classic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Home & Garden > Decor > Rugs
Additional Attributes
- micro-check pattern
- indoor-outdoor
- easy-care
- durable polypropylene
- jute backing
- pile height 0.2 inches
- rug pad recommended
Product Insights
This indoor-outdoor rug from Simons Maison features a low 0.2-inch pile that slips under interior doors, lets furniture glide, and resists trapping debris, drying rapidly after rain or hosing to prevent musty odors. Its micro-check pattern offers subtle visual texture with European design heritage, while polypropylene fibers provide fade and stain resistance (best in covered areas) and easy cleanability with mild soap. Tradeoffs include jute backing that may require a rug pad on smooth surfaces for grip and slip resistance, and a slight initial chemical odor that dissipates within days.
Verified claims
- Quick drying
- Dries rapidly after rain or hosing: polypropylene repels water, low 0.2 pile holds little moisture.
- Door clearance
- 0.2-inch pile fits under interior doors without catching or bunching.
- Pattern subtlety
- Micro-checks (under 4 in) add visual interest as subtle texture, not bold pattern.
- Design heritage
- Micro-check pattern: centuries-old European roots and modern marketing.
- Durability
- Polypropylene fibers: fade-resistant, stain-resistant, easy to clean.
- Cool underfoot
- Low-profile flatweave and moisture-repellent fibers keep the rug cooler on hot patios.
- Outdoor maintenance
- Low pile sheds debris, resists stains, and dries quickly.
- Furniture glide
- 0.2-inch low pile lets chairs and furniture slide without snagging or tipping.
- Debris resistance
- Short pile resists trapping dirt and is easy to sweep or hose clean.
- Backing grip
- Jute backing provides grip but a rug pad is recommended on smooth surfaces.
- Cleanability
- Resists common stains like wine and coffee and cleans with mild soap and water.
- Fade resistance
- Best in covered or indoor areas; direct sunlight may cause slight fading.
- Slip resistance
- Jute backing insufficient on smooth floors; rug pad needed for safety.
- Initial odor
- A slight chemical odor dissipates within a few days with airing.
- Musty odor prevention
- Low-pile polypropylene dries quickly, preventing musty smells and mildew.
Product record
- Title
- Micro-Check Indoor-Outdoor Rug See Available Sizes
- Brand
- Simons Maison
- Price
- 128 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Why a low pile works for indoor-outdoor rugs
- The combination of moisture-repellent polypropylene and a 0.2-inch pile means the rug holds very little water, so it dries rapidly after rain or hosing — preventing the musty smell and mildew growth that plague thicker outdoor rugs.
- A 0.2-inch pile clears the 0.5–1 inch gap under standard interior doors, so the rug can sit in entryways or near doors leading outside without catching or bunching — a practical advantage for a rug that transitions between indoor and outdoor spaces.
- The near-flat 0.2-inch profile allows airflow across the rug's surface, keeping it noticeably cooler under bare feet on sunny patios than a plush rug that traps heat.
- The short fibers won't trap leaves, dirt, or food crumbs — sweeping or spraying with a hose removes debris easily, unlike shag or fringe-heavy outdoor rugs that become dirt catchers.
- Chairs glide over the 0.2-inch pile without snagging or tipping, which is why this rug works well under a dining table or home office chair where frequent sliding is part of daily use — unlike a thicker rug that can catch wheels and legs.
Micro-check pattern: style and trend
- Designers describe micro-check as simultaneously joy-sparking and soothing, adding 'just enough visual interest without shouting' — a quality that makes this rug a low-risk way to introduce pattern and energy without committing to a bold, high-contrast motif.
- Interior designers point out that the micro-check pattern has been used in European design for centuries, which means this rug's aesthetic is grounded in a historically enduring motif rather than a short-lived trend, giving it staying power well beyond its current revival.
- Retailers such as Bed Bath & Beyond are explicitly branding micro-check area rugs as 'modern' (the Zephyr Modern Micro-Check collection), confirming that the pattern is being framed as a current, design-forward choice rather than a retro throwback — a signal that its appeal spans both traditional and contemporary interiors.
- According to design-scale principles, checks under 4 inches read as 'more traditional or textured' rather than the bold contemporary feel of large 10-inch-plus checks — so the micro-check pattern functions as a subtle, textural foundation that adds visual depth without dominating the room, making it easier to layer with other furniture and patterns.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
A rectangular indoor-outdoor rug with a small black-and-white checkerboard pattern, visible low pile texture, and a narrow sewn edge; rug is laid flat on a light wood floor and is partially covered by a round coffee table and chairs.
- PatternEvenly spaced small checkerboard pattern of alternating black and white squares covering the visible rug surface.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.30 · w 0.90 · h 0.65 (high) - Pile and textureLow, slightly tufted pile with a soft textured surface visible in both black and white squares; texture yields subtle tonal variation within squares.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.58 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Edge bindingNarrow sewn edge binding runs along the rug perimeter, visible as a thin straight border at the rug edges.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.84 · w 0.90 · h 0.11 (medium) - Partial occlusionCentral area of the rug is partially covered by a round black marble coffee table and wooden chairs, leaving outer rug area exposed.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.42 · w 0.44 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Lifestyle scene showing the rug on a light hardwood floor with surrounding furniture and natural window light; image cropped so top of room and parts of rug are visible.
- Round coffee tableLow round black marble coffee table sits centered on the rug, holding a vase of greenery, stacked books, and a candle.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.40 · w 0.44 · h 0.28 (high) - Curved sofaRust-colored curved sofa on the left edge of the image, its inner curve overlaps the rug.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.20 · w 0.45 · h 0.38 (high) - Wooden accent chairsTwo dark wood sculpted chairs with smooth curved seats sit on the right side of the rug, partially on and off the rug.
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.48 · w 0.30 · h 0.40 (high) - Window and shelvingTall window at the upper left provides natural light; inset shelving with decorative pottery is visible on the wall above the rug.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.22 (high) - Dining area glimpsedA light-toned dining area with woven-back chairs and a rug is visible through an opening at the upper right of the image.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.24 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft natural lighting from the left creates mild shadows under furniture and moderate highlights on the rug texture and table surface.
Colors
deep black· black squares#3C3B34off-white· white squares#E3E5E2- PatternEvenly spaced small checkerboard pattern of alternating black and white squares covering the visible rug surface.
- 02
Product
Rectangular flat rug shown face-up with an all-over small checkerboard pattern of alternating dark and light squares and a narrow solid border.
- Overall shapeRectangular rug laid flat, visible almost full-frame with a narrow continuous border along all four edges.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.03 · w 0.93 · h 0.94 (high) - PatternDense micro-checkerboard pattern consisting of regularly spaced small alternating dark and light squares covering the rug interior.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.06 · w 0.91 · h 0.87 (high) - Square textureDark squares show a subtle diagonal woven or hatched texture visible within each dark tile, giving a slightly striated appearance compared with the light squares.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium) - Border detailNarrow solid light border runs around the checker field; border is slightly wider at the top where a small top margin is visible.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.03 · w 0.93 · h 0.04 (high); x 0.04 · y 0.96 · w 0.93 · h 0.01 (medium) - Visible perspectiveSlight perspective / keystone effect: the rug appears marginally narrower at the top edge than the bottom, indicating the photo was taken from a slight angle rather than perfectly orthogonal.
Other
Top-down styled product shot on a light neutral floor with soft shadow at the right edge; even diffuse lighting and minimal staging.
- Background surfaceLight neutral floor or backdrop surrounding the rug, visible as a plain pale grey area around the rug edges.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.04 · h 1.00 (high); x 0.96 · y 0.00 · w 0.04 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting overall with a soft triangular shadow cast along the right edge of the frame.
1 region
x 0.84 · y 0.00 · w 0.16 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot framingRug centered in the image with small margins on all sides; image crops slightly into the rug border at corners but full rug surface is visible.
Colors
off-white· light squares and rug ground#F4F1ECcharcoal black· dark squares#252423- Overall shapeRectangular rug laid flat, visible almost full-frame with a narrow continuous border along all four edges.
- 03
Product
Close-up view of a folded woven rug showing a two-tone micro-check checkerboard pattern on the face, a contrasting woven backing with a dotted grid, and a sewn serged edge along the fold.
- Checkerboard faceVisible face shows a regular checkerboard pattern of dark squares on a light cream background; squares are roughly uniform and arranged in aligned rows and columns across the visible area.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.66 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.56 · w 0.58 · h 0.38 (high) - Folded portion showing face and backingRug is folded back near the center-right, exposing the underside/backing and creating a visible curve where the face overlaps itself.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.62 (high) - Woven backingBackside/backing shows a woven grid of small dark dots on a lighter ground forming a repeating rectangular pattern distinct from the face check squares.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.38 · w 0.52 · h 0.39 (high) - Serged edgeEdge is finished with a tight serged stitch in the same light cream color, visible along the rolled fold and outer perimeter.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.36 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.40 · y 0.75 · w 0.55 · h 0.20 (high) - Surface textureFace has a visible woven texture with short, dense pile or loops creating a slightly raised light field around the dark woven square motifs.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.66 · h 0.45 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product photo showing a cropped close-up of the rug on a neutral light surface with soft directional lighting and small shadows cast by the folded edge.
- Background surfaceLight beige neutral flat surface visible around the rug edges, providing contrast to the cream rug face.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.84 · w 0.96 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffused lighting with gentle shadows visible beneath the folded rug edge indicating a directional light source from top-left.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.50 · w 0.56 · h 0.40 (medium) - Shot compositionClose-up crop focused on texture and pattern; image frames an angled fold and does not show entire rug or straight outer borders.
Colors
light cream· face background#F2EEEAvery dark brown· checker squaresbeige backing· backing ground#EBE2D5dark dot· backing dots- Checkerboard faceVisible face shows a regular checkerboard pattern of dark squares on a light cream background; squares are roughly uniform and arranged in aligned rows and columns across the visible area.
Documents & Data
Q&A
4 answered- Will this rug fade or discolor with prolonged exposure to direct sunlight?
- This rug is made from polypropylene and designed for indoor and outdoor use, which typically means it has good fade resistance. However, no specific UV rating is provided, so prolonged direct sunlight may cause slight fading over time.
- What is the recommended method for cleaning spills or stains on this rug?
- For spills or stains, we recommend blotting immediately with a clean cloth and cleaning with mild soap and water. Polypropylene is easy to clean and stain-resistant.
- Does the rug have a strong chemical odor when first unpacked?
- It's common for polypropylene rugs to have a slight chemical odor when first unpacked, but this typically dissipates within a few days with airing out.
- Is the jute backing grippy enough to stay in place on a smooth surface like a deck or tile without a rug pad?
- The jute backing provides some grip, but for safety on smooth surfaces like deck or tile, we recommend using a rug pad.