Use this rug outside on the lanai. It does not get exposed to rain. Love the colors on this rug. The grey is very light in color and the block weaves are a little larger than I expected but very nice looking. The only reason I gave 4 stars is because this is not a true 7x10, ours measures 6 ft 7 in x 9 ft 4 in, big difference if you need a true 7 x10.