Jute Rugs

Our jute rugs are known for their organic texture, earthy tones, and relaxed, natural appeal. Made from plant-based fibres, jute rugs add warmth and structure while keeping interiors light and uncluttered. They work beautifully in living rooms, dining areas, and open-plan spaces where a calm, grounded look is preferred. Designed to complement modern, coastal, and minimalist homes, jute rugs in New Zealand offer a timeless foundation that’s easy to style. You can also explore our wider range of rugs to compare jute rugs with other natural styles.

Why Choose Jute Rugs for Your Home

Jute rugs are a popular choice for homeowners who appreciate simplicity and natural materials. Their textured weave adds visual interest without overpowering a space, making them ideal for everyday living areas where balance and ease matter.

Jute rugs pair well with timber floors, neutral colour palettes, and layered interiors, and are often styled alongside wool rugs to introduce warmth and contrast.

Are Jute Rugs Long-lasting?

Jute rugs are valued for their strength when used in the right spaces. They perform best in low to medium traffic areas such as living rooms, dining rooms, and bedrooms, where their fibres can maintain structure over time.

For busier areas, you may prefer more durable options like flat weave rugs, while still using jute rugs as a natural base in calmer spaces.

Can You Use a Jute Rug Outdoors?

Jute rugs are designed for indoor use only. As a natural fibre, jute can be sensitive to moisture and prolonged exposure to the elements, which can affect its texture and lifespan.

If you need rugs for outdoor or uncovered areas, it’s best to choose collections specifically designed for those conditions.

Is It Safe to Wash a Jute Rug?

Jute rugs should not be machine-washed or soaked. The safest way to care for a jute rug is to vacuum regularly and spot-clean gently. Too much moisture can weaken the fibres and affect the rug’s shape.

If easy maintenance is a priority, especially in busy households, you may want to explore washable rugs for those spaces.

Best Rooms to Use Jute Rugs

Jute rugs work particularly well in living rooms, dining spaces, bedrooms, and entryways where you want to add texture without visual weight. Their neutral tones help anchor furniture and define areas in open-plan layouts.

They are also commonly used as base rugs, layered with softer or smaller accent rugs for added depth.

How to Style Jute Rugs with Other Rug Types

Jute rugs are easy to layer and pair beautifully with other materials. Styling a jute rug with a cowhide rug or a smaller accent rug creates contrast while maintaining a natural, balanced look.

This approach works especially well in modern and coastal interiors where texture plays an important role.

Jute Rugs for Modern and Coastal Homes

Thanks to their natural finish, jute rugs are especially popular in modern and coastal-inspired homes. They complement light interiors, neutral colour schemes, and natural materials such as wood and linen, helping create spaces that feel relaxed and welcoming.