Made from the stem of a plant grown in Bangladesh, Jute is naturally shiny and has anti-static properties. This eco-friendly, renewable fibre has natural colour variations and organic finishes, producing rugs that wear well.
Jute is a beautiful fibre to work with because it has a great natural sheen and is recommended for medium traffic areas.
Although jute rugs are one of the most eco-friendly options since no fertilisers are used in growing jute, they can be difficult to clean. Regular vacuuming suffices for normal cleaning but jute rugs are absorbent to moisture and any spills or spots, even if it's only water, needs to be removed immediately to avoid staining.
Untreated spills will attract dirt so always carefully blot the spill with a clean, absorbent white cloth straightaway. The cloth should be replaced regularly so it can extract as much liquid as possible. You should blot only, since rubbing the spill area will spread the liquid, working it deeper into the fibres and the area impacted will become much larger to clean.
Food or solids accidentally dropped on your rug needs to be removed carefully. Scoop up the food with the dull edge of a butter knife or spoon, making sure you don't make the area to clean larger. Blot any remaining food spills to get rid of as much as possible before further cleaning.
Treat the stain with water and a sponge or soft bristle brush. If water alone isn't enough to clean the stain, use a mild detergent with warm water but make sure to clean it all off the rug after. Blot the treated area with a cloth or paper towel to get rid of excess water before letting the rug completely dry.
You can also treat your jute rugs with MicroSeal, a once only application of non-toxic and non-allergenic penetrator sealer that helps minimise absorbency and protects your rug from stains and sun fade.
Visit one of our showrooms in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide or the Sunshine Coast to view one of our beautiful eco-friendly jute rugs, perfect for adding texture to your home.
