The most important part of outdoor carpet tiles is making sure their adhered properly to the sub-floor, cement, or underlying decking. For areas where the tiles may be exposed directly to rain or weather, the interlocking type of tiles a great because the actually allow drainage. If the decking is not washed or clear of all debris of dirt, the squares will not get a good seal and likely peel up over time. Here’s something else to think about, store the tiles in the room or area you’ll be installing them in for a few days prior to application. This allows the tiles to reach the same temperature as the surrounding area and will make for better application.

Most outdoor carpet tile brands come with an adhesive that is exposed by pealing off the back. Simply peel away the back and push the tile down into place. There are normally arrows or some type of indicator on the carpet tile to indicate which way the tiles should be applied. Make sure to follow the arrows to insure the pile is going in the same direction.

Always make sure that your outdoor carpet tiles have marine backing if they’re to be used in areas constantly exposed to moisture. Like around pools, decks, or hot tubs. Also, always think about the amount of traffic one area is going to get. One nice thing about using tiles to carpet outdoor areas, is the ease of replacing worn tiles as opposed to the entire area as mentioned earlier.

It’s also always a good idea to make sure you’re choosing outdoor carpet that is treated properly (such as in chemicals) for the expected use. Certain outdoor carpets will be treated with chemicals or are made from certain fibers that resist fading or damage from the elements.