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I'd like to comments from purchasers about any smell, if any, from the Pier 1 rugs. Years ago natural items and even towels from that store had a wet grass/dog smell that needed airing and washing to remove. I liked the website but wonder about the wisdom of purchasing a small jute rug from them.

Regards, Jonathan

I've used some of their smaller rugs as table runners - a good way to change the look for the different seasons.

Jonathan, I'm very sensitive to smells and never noticed any coming from the rugs I've purchased - but they were not the jute ones - they were the rag-rug ones.

Yes! I got a wool rug from Pier 1 about 2yrs ago. Multi Square 100% Wool Pile, about 4 x 7. Over the past year it's somehow taken on a 'burnt rubber' smell that I cannot get out. No incidents at my home. The rug is under a table on hardwood floor. I've tried everything to relieve the smell and nothing worked. I vacuum it regularly, new vacuum, I've cleaned it, aired out outside for 3 days. Nothing has worked! Do you have any suggestions on how to approach Pier 1?

Kelly, I had a sofa for 8 months that the cushions sunk in on after gentle use and Pier 1 accepted it and refunded it no questions asked. I think their customer service is pretty good, just give them a call about your rug.

I would not call them cheap. And they have a very small selection. You can buy discount rugs at Rugs USA for far less .

Look here for a wide selection

http://www.rugsusa.com/rugsusa/control/clearance-rugs