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8 Great Jute Rug Living Room Ideas

For many, the living room is the heart of the home – a place where friends and family can gather together, catch up, and make memories. The decoration choices you make in this space have a direct impact on how guests feel in this part of your house. The more natural textures and hues you use in the living room, the more relaxed the vibes will be.

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One way to ensure your living room has that welcoming feeling is by incorporating a jute rug into the space. There are many ways to do this, depending on your design style. Let’s dive into some jute rug living room ideas, plus why this rug style works so well in this special space.

Why jute rugs work in a living room

While there are many different types of rugs you can put in your living room, jute has a particular set of qualities that work well in the space – especially if your living room is one of the more popular spots in the house. Here are a few reasons why you should consider it for your living room.

Durability 

Whether entertaining or spending time with your family, the living room can be a high-traffic area. Because of that, the rug you use in this space needs to be able to stand up to foot traffic. Jute fibers are extremely strong and tough. Combined with a tight weave, a jute rug can withstand use by people, pets, furniture indentations, and more.

Texture

While jute is very strong, it is also very pliable. This means it can be woven into a variety of patterns. From understated to intricate, jute rugs offer a unique array of textures that can fit into any style of home decor. 

Softness

It’s important to have a soft rug in a living room, especially because people can often be barefoot in this space. Jute rugs feel amazing under your feet. The fibers have a natural softness that provides an extra layer of cushion.

Sustainable

If sustainability is important to you, jute rugs will always be a fantastic option. Jute is a fast-growing crop that has little need for fertilizers or pesticides, and it is naturally watered by rain. The fibers are also biodegradable and compostable.

Neutral Colors

Jute rugs come in a beautiful array of neutral colors. Shades of browns, beiges, and even gray go well with a variety of styling needs, so this style of rug is sure to fit with your living room design choices.

How to style a jute rug in a living room 

There are so many ways you can get creative using jute rugs. Here are a few of our favorite ways to style these natural fiber additions.

To define the space

Many homes are built as open concepts, meaning the rooms aren’t always defined by walls. You can have a big open space that connects your kitchen, dining area, and living room. One of the best ways to set these spaces apart is by incorporating a large jute rug to help define the living room area.

A modern living room with white sofas, a light-colored jute rug, a coffee table, and a stone fireplace topped by a wall-mounted TV. Open shelves with decor items and a large potted plant complete this stylish living room with jute rug. A modern living room with white sofas, a light-colored jute rug, a coffee table, and a stone fireplace topped by a wall-mounted TV. Open shelves with decor items and a large potted plant complete this stylish living room with jute rug.

Amesbury Wool Jute Blend Rug Collection in Ivory

Use in layers

A fun way to use jute rugs in your living room is by layering them. Because they come in a variety of weaves and neutral colors, layering them in front of a fireplace or under a coffee table adds subtle contrasts in your space. You can really be playful mixing and matching.

Underneath furniture

Sometimes you want to accent a particular piece of furniture in your living room. You can do this by placing a jute rug underneath it. Because jute rugs are always going to be in neutral tones, they don’t distract from a centerpiece. In fact, they enhance it!

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Round Jute Rug Collection in Tan

As a rug runner

If your living room is in a narrower space, a jute rug runner works wonders when placed in front of the couch area – especially if you have hardwood floors. It creates a soft space to sit on the floor, while also serving as a walkway.

Jute Rug Living Room Ideas

Now that we’ve covered both why and how you should use jute rugs, it’s time to pick the perfect one for your home. Here are some of our favorite jute rug living room ideas. 

Amesbury Wool Jute Blend Rug Collection

Made from a mix of wool and jute, this sophisticated linear pattern will elevate any living room design. The added natural wool fibers make this rug even softer under your feet.

Close-up of a woven natural fiber mat with a grid-like pattern and beige color—perfect for living rooms with jute rugs, its coarse texture and visible threads add rustic, handcrafted charm. Close-up of a woven natural fiber mat with a grid-like pattern and beige color—perfect for living rooms with jute rugs, its coarse texture and visible threads add rustic, handcrafted charm.

Artisan Jute Wool Blend Rug Collection

Made with a special blend of jute, wool, and polysilk fibers, this jute rug sports a slightly more modern feel while still maintaining its rustic charm.

Modern living room with a beige sofa, patterned armchair, round coffee table, and large living room jute rug. Sliding glass doors open to a patio with a dining table, overlooking a green outdoor space. Modern living room with a beige sofa, patterned armchair, round coffee table, and large living room jute rug. Sliding glass doors open to a patio with a dining table, overlooking a green outdoor space.

Lotus Jute Rug Collection

The Lotus Jute rug has its own unique design. Handwoven, it displays a large-scale herringbone pattern and shows off the naturally occurring variations in weave color. No two rugs are exactly the same.

Close-up of a woven jute rug with a brown and cream chevron pattern, bordered by light brown trim. The texture of the natural fibers is visible, showcasing why many consider the pros and cons of jute rugs when choosing durable floor coverings. Close-up of a woven jute rug with a brown and cream chevron pattern, bordered by light brown trim. The texture of the natural fibers is visible, showcasing why many consider the pros and cons of jute rugs when choosing durable floor coverings.

Mahal Jute Rug Collection

There is something particularly warm and cozy about the Mahal Jute Rug. Its chunky, braided pattern is hand-woven with care, retaining the jute’s natural color variations and textures. 

A close-up of a woven, textured surface in light brown and beige tones, resembling natural straw or jute material often found in living rooms with jute rugs, featuring a diagonal pattern and a slightly rough appearance. A close-up of a woven, textured surface in light brown and beige tones, resembling natural straw or jute material often found in living rooms with jute rugs, featuring a diagonal pattern and a slightly rough appearance.

Oval Jute Rug 6'x9'

An oval jute rug can really set a space apart. The unexpected shape adds visual and physical softness to a living room. Made with care by skilled village weavers, it's a welcomed addition to any living area.

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Round Jute Rugs

Another rug with no hard edges or corners, a Round Jute Rug can serve as the centerpiece of your living room area. But don’t let its soft nature fool you. This jute rug is just as durable as the others.

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Palmas Jute Rug Collection

Made in a thick and ribbed boucle-style weave, this rug displays jute fibers in their pure, unadulterated form. It’s where style and sensibility collide, contributing to the inviting atmosphere for any living room.

Close-up of a textured living room jute rug with beige, brown, and white yarns in thick horizontal stripes and a stitched edge at the top—showing how jute fiber feels naturally soft yet sturdy. Close-up of a textured living room jute rug with beige, brown, and white yarns in thick horizontal stripes and a stitched edge at the top—showing how jute fiber feels naturally soft yet sturdy.

Suri Jute Wool Blend Rug Collection

Made by hand on a loom, this rug once again combines the iconic duo of jute and wool. The linear braided pattern is captivating to their eye while also seamlessly blending with any living space.

Four rectangular rugs in shades of beige and brown, each with a ribbed, textured pattern, overlap on a matching surface—perfect for adding warmth and style to any living room with a jute rug. Four rectangular rugs in shades of beige and brown, each with a ribbed, textured pattern, overlap on a matching surface—perfect for adding warmth and style to any living room with a jute rug.

 

Bring Jute Rugs to Your Living Room

Now that we’ve gone through our top jute rug living room ideas, it’s time for you to bring one home. We have a wide variety of hand-crafted jute rugs waiting to elevate your living room decor. Check out our full collection to find the perfect one for you!

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