Jute Rug
Jute rugs are becoming increasingly popular for home decorating. Jute makes a beautiful, natural rug and is manufactured in a variety of styles to suit any taste or decorating scheme. Jute is harvested from plants. Raw jute fibers are a lingo-cellulose (meaning partly plant, partly wood) material, usually colored brown or off-white and are used to make burlap. Another name for cloth made from jute is Hessian. Similar to hemp or ramie, jute is an extremely inexpensive fiber, surpassed only by cotton in its variety of uses and production. Jute is produced in warm, humid climates, primarily India, Bangladesh and China.
Jute rugs and area rugs are an extremely eco-friendly option as jute sustainable, biodegradable and requires little in the way of pesticides or fertilizer to produce a healthy crop. Many importers offer natural, fair trade jute to manufacturers. Jute rugs are available hand-knotted, braided or woven; jute fabric has a wonderful body and can be stiff and coarse or surprisingly soft. A jute rug is an excellent choice for people with allergies to synthetic materials. In addition, jute is extremely durable, and its affordability makes it an excellent choice for area rugs that will receive a great deal of wear and tear, such as children’s rooms, welcome mats or sun room and patio rugs.
Many jute rugs are available in popular natural tones of brown and off-white, but jute’s excellent pigment absorption means that it can be dyed variety of brilliant jewel tones, rich earthy colors or vibrant brights. Jute rugs can be patterned, striped or variegated, from designs that are simple and geometric to elaborate floral or abstract patterns. Jute area rugs can be small, as an accent in an entryway or quite large, big enough to fill a large floor space in a living or dining room. Traditional, rectangular shapes are common, but jute floor coverings can be round, oval, or square.
Jute is easy to clean by regular vacuuming. Caked mud should be scraped loose with a dull plastic or wooden knife. A cloth dampened with vinegar will help remove stains such as juice or wine. Jute rugs can be damaged by excessive moisture and should be blotted dry as soon as possible, or sprinkled with baking soda to absorb liquids. Never use hot water or steam to clean a jute area rug as the fibers may shrink, distorting the rug’s shape.
Jute rugs are an excellent, durable and inexpensive choice and a great way to decorate using a material that is environmentally friendly. By including jute rugs and area rugs in a decorating scheme, a room can become both beautiful and environmentally responsible.
