Turquoise stripes on a pale natural ground bring a fresh splash of colour to a kitchen. The Lara in Turquoise is a rectangular rug that suits the living room, the kitchen and the dining area, wherever you want a little colour underfoot without a busy pattern.

This Jute Rugs piece has a pile of 80% jute and 20% cotton, on a jute and cotton back. Jute is sometimes called the "golden fibre" because of its warm, brownish sheen, and it suits the natural look of the fibre. Compared with wool, the fibre feels firmer and a bit rougher, which is part of its natural charm.

Woven by hand in India with a flat weave, the Lara lies close to the floor. That makes it a tidy choice, and chairs slide over it easily. As a kitchen rug it sits well in front of the worktop, and in the living room it can sit under the front legs of a sofa or chair. Heated floors are fine too.

Jute likes dry rooms, so keep the Lara away from damp spaces such as the bathroom. In the dining room, pick a size so the chairs stay on the rug when pulled back; our guide to choosing the right size helps with that.

For everyday care, follow our rug care tips and vacuum without the brush. If a spill lands on the turquoise, blot it at once with kitchen roll and don't add water.