I’m Not the Jute Rug Type

“Always had a roof above me
Always paid the rent
But I’ve never set foot inside a tent
Can’t build a fire to save my life
I lied about being the outdoor type.”
The Outdoor Type, by the Lemonheads

(If you have never heard of the Lemonheads, run, don’t walk, to iTunes or (if you kick it old school) a record store and find some of their music. They are awesome and, every time I hear a good song, it turns out they sang it.)

I have had this song in my head ever since Hank Dog decided to throw up on the jute rug. Twice. I’m just not the jute rug type, I’m afraid.

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Don’t get me wrong: I love jute rugs. I love this jute rug a lot. But with two kids and two dogs (one of whom has a very sensitive tummy), it’s just not the best thing to put in our living room.

So the wonderful friends at Mohawk came to my rescue! Now, my living room has this rug:

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As you can see, Hank loves it.

It’s incredibly soft and comfy underfoot. It’s stain resistant (do you hear the angels singing here?) so it’s easy to clean.

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And that is a good thing, given that the dogs love lounging on it!

I love the pattern of the Hampton rug and the color is neutral without being brown. I love it!

Guess what?!? The lovely folks at Mohawk want to give you a rug, too! I’m hosting a giveaway and you could win one Mohawk Home rug up to size 5 x 8 and under $150! [Giveaway has ended.]

I love the look of our new rug and can’t wait to see it in our new house!

63 responses to “I’m Not the Jute Rug Type”

  1. Debbie Avatar

    Love your rug! I’d love to win a new rug, thanks for the chance!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Thanks, Debbie! Thanks for entering!

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  2. Sharon Hines Avatar

    Love your new rug. Great pattern!

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  3. Bren B Avatar
    Bren B

    My spare bedroom is in need of some decor love, definitely! Thinking a new rug would be a great start ❤

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Awesome! Great idea!

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  4. laura@top this top that Avatar

    love the new mohawk rug, but probably not as much as the pups!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Awwww…thanks!

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  5. Shanna Gilbert Avatar

    I need a rug for my new office!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Great idea! Thanks!

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  6. Dina P. Avatar
    Dina P.

    I love the color of this rug, it’s beautiful and will go with so many pieces of furniture!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Thanks! I think so, too!

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  7. Patricia Mastriano Avatar
    Patricia Mastriano

    My son just bought his first home; the rug would be awesome for him.

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      That’s awesome! Congrats to him and how nice you are to think of him!

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  8. Shannon @ Fox Hollow Cottage Avatar

    I get the pets and a rug thing! I like the jute too… but ya gotta have washable in our house as well. Love the new one, it sure is a pretty pattern! I’d get a new rug for the sun room if I won 🙂 Just in time for Fall and Winter. Brr. It gets cold on the toes in there.

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Thanks, Shannon! Good idea to keep your toes nice and toasty!

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  9. Danielle Avatar

    Looks like a comfy spot for your dogs!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      They made themselves right at home as soon as I unrolled the rug. I cleared my throat and informed them the furniture had to be moved first!

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  10. Marty Walden Avatar

    I would love a small one for the craft room since I have a PURPLE wall in there! I’m not much into colors 🙂

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Perfect! I’m sure this rug would go well in your crafts room!

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  11. Dorothy Avatar

    I like the rug and love the dogs. They are gorgeous!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Thanks, Dorothy!

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  12. Allison Avatar
    Allison

    This rug would be perfect in the 120 farmhouse we are renovating. Trying to modernize but keep some charm.

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Cool – a farmhouse! That’s awesome! Good luck!

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  13. Amy Avatar
    Amy

    I feel your pain, I have 3 dogs and whenever they throw-up that actually walk away from the tile floors towards the rugs, not sure why but it happens every time. I could defiantly use a new rug in our spare bedroom, one that was stain resistant would be a definite plus! =)

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      I know! Why is that? We have perfectly good hard floors for them to throw up on and yet they always go for the rug! Thanks for entering!

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  14. Maeci Avatar

    I would love a new rug in our kitchen!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Great idea! These rugs are easy to clean, so they would work well in a kitchen, too!

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  15. kirby carespodi Avatar

    I through rugs like Grant went through Richmond. Always on the lookout for a new rug!!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      LOL! You’ve come to the right place, then!

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  16. carol Avatar
    carol

    would love this for my family room

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      It’s perfect for a family room – comfortable and easy to clean!

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  17. sandra Avatar
    sandra

    Love your rug! Thank you for your post!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Thanks, Sandra! Thanks for stopping by!

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  18. Cheryl @ Artzzle Avatar

    A beautiful rug would do wonders here at my house . . . in the living room or dining room or, ooh, even my office . . . but not jute 😦

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Excellent! Good luck!

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  19. Karla Valladares Avatar
    Karla Valladares

    Where wouldn’t I put it. This place I just moved in to needs a major rug makeover.. Especially this one , it would wonders wherever I put it. Thanks for the chance!!!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Great! Thanks for entering and good luck!

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  20. Lisa B. Avatar
    Lisa B.

    I love this rug! I have been looking for a rug like this for my living room. Hopefully it is Doberman proof.

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      If it’s Retriever-proof, it’s probably also Doberman-proof! 😉 Thanks!

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  21. Linda Meyers-Gabbard Avatar
    Linda Meyers-Gabbard

    I would put it in our bedroom in our new house we will be moving into in August. 

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Awesome! And congrats on the new house!

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  22. Donna @ My Sweet Things Avatar

    Maggie Holzer says she would love a new rug to lay on in our living room!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Awww, sweet Maggie! Good luck to you both! 😉

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  23. Jordan@the2seasons Avatar

    The new rug is great. I just cringed when I thought of your dog throwing up. Our dog if she throws up (which thank goodness is rare) it is always on a rug. 😦 Fingers crossed to win a new one!!

    Cheers!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Sorry – may have been TMI – but honestly that’s what made me realize we needed a different rug in our living room. They always seem to aim for the rug! Good luck!

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  24. Dee @Cupcakesandcrowbars Avatar

    Just rug + dog barf = YUCK! I love the new rug! And I’m going to put mine on the cold concrete floor in the bedroom!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Thanks! You need a rug if you have a cold concrete floor! Good luck!

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  25. Megan @ Our Pinteresting Family Avatar

    Great giveaway. Thanks for having it. I’d love a new rug for my living room.

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Perfect! Thanks for entering!

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  26. Shannon F Avatar
    Shannon F

    I would put it in my living room!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Perfect! Thanks for entering!!

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  27. Alaine Avatar
    Alaine

    I need a new rug for my dining room!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Great idea! Thanks for entering!

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  28. Melissa Avatar
    Melissa

    Beautiful rug choice! Much better than the jute 🙂

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Yeah – I like the jute, but not very practical in our living room. Thanks!

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  29. Kaitlin Avatar
    Kaitlin

    Our guest room is where I would put a new rug!

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Nice! Thank you for entering!

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  30. Jessica Beard Avatar
    Jessica Beard

    I need a new rug in my kitchen and living room.

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    1. Karen Cooper Avatar

      Perfect! Thanks for entering!

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  31. Paula@SweetPea Avatar

    Love your rug! We really could use a rug in our office.

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  32. Brittany Avatar
    Brittany

    Family room for sure!

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  33. Shari Avatar
    Shari

    We’re in the process of purchasing a new home – just waiting to close! – so I have pleeeenty of rooms that need a rug. Like every single one of them!!

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