Cleaning a burlap rug

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Jute is a natural fiber used in clothing, luggage and home furnishings. Jute carpets contain some of the softest fibers in the world and have a golden sheen in their natural state. Burlap can also be dyed in a wide variety of colors to form different shapes and patterns in colorful carpets. Some manufacturers combine jute fibers with synthetic fibers to create a stronger, more durable carpet. However, jute carpets can discolour, become stained or moldy, so it is useful to know how to properly clean a jute carpet or rug.

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Use a soft brush and a little water to immediately clean up spills on a burlap rug. Once a stain has set, it can be difficult to remove.
Vacuum a burlap blanket twice a week to prevent dirt from building up in the burlap fibers. Vacuum both sides of the carpet and the floor underneath.
Use a dry cleaning powder to clean a burlap carpet. Sprinkle the chemical cleaning powder on the carpet and use a stiff brush to clean the burlap fibers. Shake the carpet or vacuum as needed. You may be able to purchase a dry cleaning kit from carpet stores or online, which includes cleaning powder, a stain remover, and a brush.
Scrape off any solid spills with a dull knife, then brush with a stiff bristle brush. Then vacuum.
Clean damp stains on a burlap blanket by dabbing. Do not try to rub the stains away. Carbonated spring water can be used to neutralize acidic stains, such as those from red wine or tomato sauce.
Immediately dry any wet stains with a hairdryer or fan.
Remove mold from a burlap rug. Mix one part bleach with six parts water in a spray bottle. Test the mixture in an invisible spot on the rug. If discoloration occurs, dilute the spray and retest. Once the mixture is satisfactory, spray a little on the mold and work it in with a soft brush. After 10 minutes, rub it clean with a dry cloth.
Treat burlap carpets with a burlap sealer. This can minimize the absorbency of the jute fibers and protect the carpet from stains. This will give you a little more time to clean up spills before they are absorbed into the carpet.
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Test any cleaner in an inconspicuous area on the burlap rug before applying the cleaner to the entire rug.
If cleaning a stain lightens one area of a rug or rug, consider lightening the entire rug.
If mold remains a persistent problem on a burlap rug, move the rug to a drier location or use the rug only during dry seasons.
Use crayons to mix the colors of the carpet. This is an alternative to bleaching the entire carpet when the stain or cleaner has lightened or bleached the fibers of the carpet.

Warnings

Don't rub a burlap blanket too aggressively with a cloth or brush. This can be detrimental to the care of the jute rug, as the fibers can fray.
Water is very harmful to jute carpets. Do not clean the jute fibers with steam or a wet shampoo.
Do not use household cleaners on burlap carpets as this can lighten the fibers.