How to Clean a Jute Rug

Jute rugs add a beachy, casual flair, but they don't hold up to traditional wet or steam carpet cleaning, so they can be a little tricky to clean. Luckily, we've found a few successful "dry-clean" methods that are also safe for your rug. It's OK to spot clean it a bit, too, but avoid wetting large areas of the rug. Jute can discolor, and it's a bit like a sponge. It takes a long time to dry, and no one wants a moldy, smelly rug. Try to clean up spills quickly and vacuum periodically (especially underneath where dirt falls through). Vacuuming will suck up some of the plant fibers, so don't be alarmed the first time you look in the vacuum canister. If that's a dealbreaker, shaking out a jute rug works great, too. Learn more: How To Clean a Jute Rug.