What Is a Discount Sisal Rug?

Cost Background

• Many factors go into the original cost, such as the quality of the sisal fibers and the cost of shipping sisal from where it is grown in places such as East Africa and Brazil to manufacturing sites. Additionally, the cost and quality of other materials mixed with the sisal such as sheep's wool, the material and style of rug binding, the rug size and the time and labor that goes into creating the rugs affect price.

Rug Style Changes

• When a style of sisal rug is no longer popular or in season, a merchant will often sell the rug at a discounted price -- for example, a 10-percent mark down -- to help move out the old or unsold stock to prepare for new.

Damage and Defects

• Damage and defects that affect the appearance of the rug, but not its functionality such as discoloration or staining of the weave, pulled binding threads or border wear often also result in discounted pricing. Examine any discount-priced sisal rug carefully before making a purchase.