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How do I restore a large jute rug that has been washed in an industrial washing machine?

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If your jute rug has been thoroughly washed in water, the fibers have been permanently damaged. There isn't really anything that you can do short of getting a new one since jute can't get wet. Sorry!

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How do I remove vomit from a jute rug?

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Blot the area with paper towels or a dry towel. Sprinkle the area with baking soda and then blot it again. Then, use a blow dryer to heat the area. Use a vacuum to remove any microscopic residue. If there's still some left, you can try using vinegar to absorb the vomit, but you'll run the risk of staining your rug.

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How do I remove red wine from my jute rug without damaging it?

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Red wine and balsamic dressing are the two jute killers. They can't be removed from the fibers of the rug. If you really want to save it and don't mind permanently changing the color, you can try washing it.

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How do I get a water stains out of a jute rug?

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Once water has stained your rug, you can't get it out. As soon as it gets wet, blot the soaked area with paper towels or a dry cloth. Then, use a blow dryer to remove the moisture. If the water dried into the rug though, it's already stained and you can't really undo it.

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How do I remove a large stain caused by a tub of taramasalata on a jute rug?.

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Start by scooping up as much taramasalata as you can. Use a spoon if it's in really big piles or the blunt edge of a knife to scrape up as much as you can. Then, blot the stained area with paper towels or a cloth. Use a blow dryer to heat the area and remove as much moisture as possible. Next, sprinkle baking soda on the surface of the stain and wait 15 minutes. Vacuum the baking soda up and let your rug air dry.

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Can you clean a jute rug with a carpet cleaner?

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It’s not a good idea to clean a jute rug with a carpet cleaner, since they work by forcing water into the fibers of the rug. Stick to gentle, low-moisture cleaning methods that are less likely to damage the jute fibers.

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Do jute rugs need a pad?

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A pad can help prevent your jute rug from slipping around on the floor. However, jute is unlikely to scratch or scuff your floor, so you don’t need one to protect your flooring.

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Can you steam clean jute rugs?

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No, steam cleaning will make the jute wet and damage it. Avoid using steam or any other wet cleaning method on jute.

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How do I use chalk to blend rug colors?

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You have to really blend in the chalk.

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Should I get my rug professionally cleaned?

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If the steps listed here do not work, seek professional cleaning.

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How do I get an oil stain out of a jute rug?

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I've not used this method on jute but it worked on my carpet and sofa. Apply a bit of brake cleaner (from an auto store) and dab the stain with a cotton cloth to soak up the oil.

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How do I clean dog urine from a jute rug?

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Blot your rug first to get excess dog urine out (top and bottom of rug and clean up the urine on floor). Then spray Clorox Urine Remover (Wal-Mart carries it) to saturate the rug where it is soiled. Let it sit for 5 minutes, then blot as dry as possible, and then blow dry with a hair dryer.

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How do I get coffee out of a jute rug?

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Pour red juice over it, that's if your rug is black. If not, bleach and apple juice always does the trick.

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How do I vacuum a jute rug?

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Turn off the beater bar or use a hardwood attachment with only suction. If you cannot turn off or change brush heads, raise the beater bar's height to protect the rug.

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We just found a dog's urine stain on our jute (Berber) rug. It must have been from last night, and has already set. What should I do?

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Clorox Urine Remover for stains and odors. It comes in a black and yellow spray bottle.

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