Jute Area Rugs

Variations to know:

• Flat-woven: Often colorful and soft underfoot, flat-woven jute rugs can be made from 100% jute or a blend of jute, wool and cotton.
• Striped: Stripes, either tone-on-tone or in a contrasting hue like blue, are a great way to bring a natural jute rug into the spotlight. Whereas you might choose to layer a smaller, colorful rug atop a plain jute rug, a striped jute is designed to stand alone.
• Colorful: Jute rugs can be dyed, and the most popular colors keep it natural. Look for rich natural hues like chili red, moss green and ocean blue.
• Wool or Cotton Blend: A jute rug blended with other natural fibers like wool and cotton makes for a softer feel underfoot, while still benefiting from the durability of jute.
• Runner: These long, narrow jute rugs are perfect in hallways and kitchens.
• Round: Round jute rugs can be striped, embellished, plain or fringed. To make a round jute rug the focal point of your room, look for an intricate handwoven design.

Where to use jute area rugs:

Decorating with Jute Area Rugs

Room By Room

• Living Room: For a casual, beach-inspired look, opt for a plain or striped jute rug on its own. If you're going for a more formal, traditional feel, choose a plain jute rug and layer a smaller oriental rug on top.
• Bedroom: For a cozy hygge bedroom, start with a large room-size jute rug beneath all the furniture. Then add fluffy sheepskins or shag runners on each bedside for sink-your-toes-in softness.
• Nursery: Bring appealing texture to the nursery with a round jute rug, either plain or striped.
• Hallway: Roll out a plain or flat-woven jute runner in the hall, and pile on the style with a family photo gallery wall and cool sconce lighting.
• Dining Room: While jute alone is not the best choice in the dining room (like sisal, jute is absorbent which can make stains tricky to remove) it can be a lovely choice when layered up with a beautiful classic oriental or southwestern style rug.

Styling and Care Tips for Jute Area Rugs

Keep your jute rug looking fabulous with these simple care and maintenance tips:

• Use a high-quality rug pad for added comfort and protection against wear.
• Don't place potted plants directly on the rug to avoid water damage.
• If your vacuum is equipped with a power brush or "beater bar," use just the plain vacuum nozzle.
• Do not steam clean your jute area rug, as the water can damage the fibers.
• Consider routine professional cleaning every 12-18 months, depending on the amount of traffic the rug receives.

Jute area rugs can work beautifully with any style. Here are a few ideas for styling your jute rug with your decorating look in mind:

• Farmhouse: Pair a simple jute rug with a leather sofa, rustic farmhouse table and linen upholstered armchairs.
• Beach: Keep it laid-back and simple with a jute rug in sandy beige or coastal stripes paired with calming blue walls and crisp white slipcovered furniture.
• Traditional: Layer an oriental rug over a jute area rug for a rich look. Finish with elegant wood furniture and floor-to-ceiling bookcases.
• Minimalist: Jute area rugs provide welcome texture to a clean modern look. Pair your jute rug with a sleek acrylic or glass coffee table, streamlined sofa, and neat roman shades.
• Eclectic: A great big neutral jute rug is a wonderful way to visually calm a wildly eclectic space. Bring your unique mix of new and vintage pieces and colorful textiles into a harmonious whole with a jute rug below it all.

5 Ways to Layer Your Jute Area Rug Like a Pro

• Cowhide: Perfect for rustic, country and modern farmhouse style.
• Oriental: This is for you if your look leans traditional.
• Moroccan: Ideal for modern design lovers and eclectic types.
• Sheepskin: This fluffy addition will help you channel Danish hygge.
• Kilim: These colorful flat-woven beauties are perfect for southwest and desert style abodes and fun, eclectic looks.

Find Your Perfect Jute Area Rug

• Get started: Browse all jute rugs.
• Living room: Find big, room-filling 9' by 12' jute area rugs.
• Hallway: Browse jute hallway runners.
• Stripes: Search for striped jute area rugs.
• On a budget: Find budget-friendly jute area rugs under $200.