Washing Jute carpet padding

[liquidh8]

So has anyone done this? I'd like to put it in a washing machine to get it clean? I have some super thick stuff from a Buick, and I want to put it in the wagon, but I would like to wash it if I can. It doesn't stink, just dirty. Anyone?

 

[tiedyemike8]

I would wash it by hand and let it air dry. My gut tells me using a washer/dryer would be risky. It might disintegrate. You can usually get new jute from an interior shop for pretty cheap. . .

 

[liquidh8]

I may have to price it out. I has brown on it from the rust on the floorpans of the car it came in. I don't know if that matters, but new is always nice.

 

[80ECLT]

I would be afraid of it falling apart.

 

[liquidh8]

Same here, I don't want to mess my front load washer up, lol

 

[80ECLT]

Same here, I don't want to mess my front load washer up, lol

Oooooh the wife would just love that.....

 

[liquidh8]

i know, I've already fixed it 3 times, I am not gonna fix it again,

 

[JuniorJ]

You don't want to do that, "IF" it don't fall apart it will smell soured even after you think you have it dry.

 

[liquidh8]

I wonder if I could use regular carpet padding? Like the stuff found at Lowes or Home Depot?

 

[80ECLT]

Jute padding can be bought online or at most upholstry shops. Thats what the factory uses. Or just get a new carpet kit. they are cheap.