Jute runner - Mauro Vintage Brown/Blue

A jute rug has a rustic, natural base and muffles sound better than a hard floor, but holds onto moisture, so it is only suitable for indoor use. Because each rug is hand woven or hand braided, no two rugs are exactly alike.

Vacuum on low suction and blot a spill with a dry cloth. A robot vacuum is less suitable, the brushes can get caught in the coarse fibre. Avoid soft soap, this damages the fibre, and keep the rug dry: jute is sensitive to moisture and mould. A nonslip rug underlay keeps the rug in place and extends its lifespan.

Polyester is a strong synthetic fibre that does not stretch easily, keeping this rug in shape even with daily use. The fibre repels moisture and is hypoallergenic; spills are easy to blot away with a damp cloth.

Polyester, like polypropylene, is easy to keep clean: vacuum regularly and blot a spill with a damp cloth, the synthetic fibre releases dirt easily.

Cotton is a natural plant fibre with a matte, understated look that may shed slightly in the first few weeks; this is normal and settles down with regular vacuuming. Cotton naturally absorbs a little more dirt and moisture than a synthetic rug, part of its natural character, which is also why the strong fibre is often used as a backing on other rugs.

Regular vacuuming reduces shedding on a new cotton rug. Blot a spill immediately with a damp cloth: cotton absorbs moisture quickly, so a spill would otherwise work further in. Keep the rug out of direct sunlight to slow down fading. A nonslip rug underlay keeps the rug in place and extends its lifespan.