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Caring for the IKEA LOHALS jute rug: six steps, no washing

Six care checks for IKEA LOHALS 802.773.96 made from 100% jute: vacuuming, rotating, spot care and slip prevention.

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Not every natural-fiber rug can be washed. IKEA Korea lists LOHALS (802.773.96) as 100% jute and prohibits washing, bleaching, tumble drying, ironing and dry cleaning. These steps apply to that product number; follow another rug's own label instead.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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1. Check the product label: These instructions concern LOHALS 802.773.96, the 200 × 300 cm, 100%-jute version. Check labels separately for other materials and sizes.
2. Air out a new rug: Ventilate it and vacuum the surface to help with its natural new-material smell; do not soak it to remove odors.
3. Vacuum and rotate regularly: Follow IKEA's advice to vacuum and turn the rug so wear and soiling are not concentrated in one area.
4. Handle dry marks gently: Carefully scrape from the edge toward the middle of a dry spot, without aggressive rubbing that may disturb fibers.
5. Blot wet spots: Do not rub. First absorb liquid with paper towels, then gently use a damp cloth with a little mild detergent, avoiding saturation.
6. Respect no-wash rules: Do not wash, bleach, tumble dry, iron or dry-clean this rug. Use an anti-slip rug underlay and consider professional carpet cleaning for persistent marks.

Your try-it-at-home checklist

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