Orange in a kitchen is a bold move, but this one is more burnt apricot than traffic cone, and it sits happily beside wooden worktops, cream cupboards or a dark green wall. The Lara jute runner carries thin stripes along its length, which keeps the whole thing calm.

Can the orange Lara go in the kitchen?

Yes, that is where it looks good. Laid in front of the sink or along the units, this kitchen runner gives bare feet something softer than tile without feeling bulky. This rug is woven flat, so crumbs have little to catch on. The same long, narrow shape also works as a hallway runner if you want to carry the colour out of the kitchen. The orange Lara is fine over underfloor heating too.

Jute and cotton in the orange Lara

The surface is 80% jute and 20% cotton, with a jute and cotton back. Jute is a renewable plant fibre that breaks down naturally, and it has a dry, slightly rough feel that suits a busy room. Each runner is woven by hand in India, so small variations from the stated size are possible. On a smooth floor, a thin non-slip pad underneath keeps it from wandering. Orange is one of several colours in the Lara range, which also comes in blue, brown, green, turquoise and white. Its jute content gives the orange Lara the dry feel of our Jute Rugs, while the thin stripes along its length make it an easy match if you are after striped rugs.

How do I clean the orange Lara?

Vacuum it on a low setting with the brush switched off, and expect a few fine fibres at first. Should a drink go over, press paper towel onto the spot straight away so no ring forms, and scrape off anything that has dried before you vacuum. Steam and carpet foam stay away from the orange Lara, as our care guide advises for jute. Damp rooms don't suit it either.