Caring for Jute

While jute is strong and durable, it does require a bit of care in cleaning. If you have jute clothing, please hand wash it separately in cold water with gentle soap. Fibers have a tendency to stick to other clothing.

If you have stains, use an oxygen-based stain remover. To dry, don’t twist your clothing because jute is more brittle when wet. Air-dry it away from direct sunlight (which may yellow raw jute).

You can iron it while it’s still wet. Just stretch it to its original size and shape and use a low-temperature setting on the wrong side to preserve the natural weave of your garment.

Final Thoughts

Most people overlook jute and think of it only as a rough twine or a burlap sack. This is a far cry from the silk-like fabric that can be produced from jute plants.

The more you learn about jute, the more impressive it is. In fact, it may be one of the fibers of the future. Even though it’s an ancient fiber, its applications in the modern world keep expanding. Luckily, it’s also inexpensive, easy to grow, and improves, rather than harms the environment.

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