Cleaning my cowhide is an easy task that can be done in a few minutes, with the help of a small vacuum cleaner and a broom.
1. Using the small vacuum using it in the direction of the hair, gentle vacuum the entire surface of the Cowhide.
2. Then with the broom, you brush the cowhide in the direction of the hair so that it is combed and has a beautiful look.
3. Repeat the process every week or depends on the traffic your Cowhides have.
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Your Decohides assistants want to help you to understand about the Cowhides Process of Decohides. Especially, their personal want you to learn the reality of this process to avoid negative information. In this way, you will be able to choose the best Cowhide Rug for your home.
Although, Decohides wants to show you that our Cowhide Rugs are produced to be the best!
For this reason, we present you a video to explain the way how the Cowhides Process of Decohides is.
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Last winter at our trade show season, we reviewed all the questions we received on our showrooms on how to fix Cowhide Rug curling edges. First of all, I have to explain why this happens to a Cowhide Rug.
The tanning process is very important to produce a high-quality Cowhide Rug. Specifically, in this process, we use various types of products to ensure every Cowhide is an excellent floor accent for a high-end room. Nevertheless, if the products and the processes are not followed rigorously, then we will have problems with the product. For example, the Cowhide could have a strong smell, could not be soft and the hair will not shine.
For the reasons I described before, it is really important that you buy Cowhide just form recognized brands. Especially, brands that had have incorporated quality assurance processes to produce Cowhides just like Decohides.
But if you already bought a rug and have the problem of Cowhide Rug curling edges or if the hair is not shining, I will teach you how to make it looks beautiful by yourself at home.
Certainly, I present a solution to turn your Cowhide Rug curling edges into a new flat Cowhide Rug without spending money. Although it is not the best option now it's your only option.
Now you have a beautiful Cowhide but next time, buy your Cowhide at a recognized website.
I know the process Decohides follows and it is one of the best I ever see in my 10 years working with leather. Your best option will be buying a Cowhide for Decohides.
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As a curious note, most of our customers are first-time cowhide buyers. So, it is normal if you are unsure about where to place a Cowhide Rug in your home.
To start, think about the colors in your house, your living room, bedroom, patio and why not, your bathroom! Now, look at all the colors we have available in our Cowhide Rugs. You could try matching colors or something way different, like our metallic devorè gold ones.
Try it in different areas in your house, try every area, look at our pictures. In essence, you can have your Cowhide Rug in your kitchen by the breakfast table, in your bathroom, in your patio, in your home office or, if you are not that bold yet, your living room will always be a right choice.
Many people think that Cowhides are only for western inspired decoration. Not at all! Although cowhide rugs are widely used in western ambiances they are becoming more popular in modern decor styles.
Still not fully comfortable having an animal skin laid in your floor?
Then try decoration accents like cushions and ottomans, they look very elegant and you can mix & match with other modern accents.
We recommend always looking at Decohides Pinterest boards or Instagram. In fact, they are filled with great ideas using cowhides for decoration. In this way, you will get inspired and look for the best item (a Cowhide Rug, a cushion or an ottoman) from our selection and start trying new things in your home.
I hope this short article helps to light up your love for Cowhide Rugs and decorative accents. I invite you to keep coming back for more useful information and for our soon-to-go-live product: DecohideS-tyle, our stylish wall covering system!
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I have a friend that lives in a floods area. One day, it rained all day and night while he and his family were on a road trip during the entire weekend.
You can imagine the scene when he returned to his home. Everything that was on the floor was partly wet. Sofas, coffee table, TV stand and of course, his beautiful Cowhide Rug was actually soaked.
He knew what to do with everything that was wet. He called the furniture cleaning guys, put the coffee table and TV stand out in the sun but was not sure about what to do with the Cowhide wet. Hence, he called me, ¡his Cowhide Rug expert friend!
If this ever happens to you, do not panic! Cowhide Rugs are very resistant and easy to take care of.
One or two days after your Cowhide Rug has been laying on the floor it should be ready to put it back where it belongs, your beautiful room!
As I explained before in another article, good quality Cowhide Rugs should not have a bad smell, not even after a situation like this. If you follow the above instructions and have days with nice sun, your Cowhide wet will return to its original appearance.
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Do not forget to share your comments or concerns about your Cowhide Rug. Certainly, we will gladly help you with it.
Joseph V.
Cowhide Rugs Expert
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Besides, we want to show our clients that our Cowhide Rugs are selected to be the best!
For this reason, Decohides made a video to explain the way how its Cowhide Process becomes in high-quality Cowhides Rug.
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So, today I would like to share some facts about Cowhides that will definitely clear the above-mentioned concerns.
Yes and no. Basically, a Cowhide is a natural product; it is actually a real animal skin. For this reason, its natural smell might be too strong for some people. So, this type of Myths about Cowhides, have a certain reason to be.
Nevertheless, if a tannery uses good tanning products and there is high-quality control implemented like we have at Decohides, be assured that your cowhide will have a nice natural leather odor no matter what weather do you live in.
Absolutely not! Undoubtedly, this is one of the most false Myths about Cowhides.
Cows are raised for dairy products and meat. It does not sound like a beautiful practice especially if you are a vegetarian, but that is the truth.
Cattle are raised up to some age (usually 1 year when they reach 1.000 pounds weight). Then, are sacrificed (well, the right term is slaughtered) for meat.
Their skin is a sub-product that tanneries collect from slaughterhouses and treat properly to produce leather. For example Cowhide Rugs that are specially produced for Decohides.
Cowhide Rugs can be very resistant. Indeed, take a look at a leather garment (ie: your jacket) or your vehicle upholstery or that nice leather sofa in your living room. Certainly, they all come from the same animal, cows. Of course, Cowhide Rugs are laid on the floor. So people will step on it, so a fair care must be taken, like regular vacuuming, brushing and cleaning.
In general, good tanning processes will guaranty a soft and shiny hair and good smell. Besides, it will guaranty a strong adherence of the hair to the skin. So, in essence, you have to look for those properties in your cowhide rug.
I hope this short article clears your doubts on Cowhide Rugs. If you have any other concerns before buying, please feel free to write to us with your questions. As soon as possible, in Decohides, we will gladly do our best to answer them properly.
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Cowhide Rugs Expert
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Recently, the Cowhide Rugs are made of exotic animal prints and mimic wild animals such as Tiger, Zebra, Leopard, Giraffe, etc. These have varying patterns and typical background color for each type.
Animal prints Cowhide Rugs are the best fit for the large areas. Also, you can use these types of Cowhide Rugs as draping and wall hangings and as throws for upholstery.
To add a western or a country ranch look and enhancements to the interior décor, Calf hides are the perfect fit. In fact, they are also upholder by many people for their uniqueness as no calves are twins.
It is also possible by some eminent interior decorators to create a patchwork Cowhide Rug for interior areas without following its traditional shape and texture.
This is of much use when the typical Cowhide Shape won’t fit in a large area or under a table or a large lounge. Many people prefer these patchwork Cowhide Rugs to escape from its natural wavy and curvy shape.
They can also frame perfect interior décor for wall covering and for upholstery applications. This is due to as they are available in any specified color and size.
Definitively, this is one of the most beautiful types of Cowhide Rugs designs.
Recent innovation with Cowhide Rugs is their beauty enhancements with colored dyes. They are available with a clean solid pattern with vibrant colors to add sophistication, style and elegance to your entire house interior.
As you could see, there are many types of Cowhide Rugs.
In essence, these handpicked and meticulously examined Cowhide Rugs are manufactured with utmost care and concern before they are shipped to Decohides clients.
Usually, natural patches on the hairs of these rugs are a normal process of manufacturing the rug.
On the other hand, it entirely lies with the customer to enjoy its aesthetic benefits and beauty by caring for it in the prescribed manner.
“To create an interior, the designer must develop an overall concept and stick to it. “ – Albert Hadley
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How to Clean Cowhide is one of the most common questions that cowhide users ask to Decohides. But, it is a process easier than you think. In fact, it is possible to include the cowhide rug in the normal cleaning routine you follow for other amenities such as furniture, pillows, decoration items, etc.
First of all, Decohides recommend to include the Cowhide Rug in a normal cleaning routine. It´s to say, in the routine you follow for other amenities such as furniture, pillows, decoration items, etc. Simple vacuum cleaning with a reduced power ideal for rug setting with the head of the vacuum brush tilted down is the best way to clean them. This method also yields the rugs and cushions, a shake to remove excess dust and small dry particles within the rug.
Also, care to be exerted in rotating the rug to a different position and location periodically. In this way, the rug will withstand wear and tear evenly.
Alternatively, the rugs can also be cleaned with a damp cloth. In this case, you have to clean in the direction of the hair with mild soap and water. Besides, be careful and never soak the rug for an extended period of time.
On the other hand, never try to clean the Cowhide Rugs with a washing machine neither let them on dry cleaning.
A hard plastic bristle brush or a broom can also help in brushing the hair in the Cowhide Rug. Certainly, this is a good way to help them keep soft and fluffy, and also removes hard particles trapped in the hard.
Unfortunately, spills on rugs can never be avoided.
Generally, common spills are tea, coffee, soup, wine, and food. In this cases, try to soak up the spill as early as possible with a sponge or a paper towel.
In case of solid spills, try removing these with a hard plastic bristle brush. Use scraping movement and remember to perform all cleaning actions in the direction of the hair.
Next, add a final flavor to the cleaning process using a damp sponge with mild soap.
Remember to perform the final cleaning process with 5% diluted vinegar in 95% water. In this way, the pH level is balanced after vigorous cleaning with soap and water. This also keeps a check on unpleasant odor from originating within the rug.
To know How to Clean Cowhide´s strongest stains you can read the next tip.
In case of strongest stains like grease, fat, lipstick and chewing gum, it is essential to clean the rug with Eucalyptus oil. This oil should be used after initial scraping off of the solid waste with the rug through the blunt edge of the knife. The oil should be applied directly to the affected area with a soft cloth.
Then, use a wiped off with a damp sponge, and clean in any vigorous way in any direction. Don´t forget to balance pH at the end.
Besides to know How to Clean Cowhide, you need to know some precautions tips on drying the Cowhide Rug.
“A good decorator not only plans and schemes, but he also knows how the job is done.” – Albert Hadley
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To Choose a Cowhide Rug may be a satisfactory process if you know how to face and enjoy it. A Cowhide Rug will surely transform your spaces in a natural, elegant and wonderful way.
Below, Decohides pleasure to explain everything you need to know to Choose a Cowhide Rug that fits your spaces.
Enjoy spare time on choosing the colors you think would go best with the interior decor. Then, let your mind flow to consider different color options and color contrasts. But, should you bother much yourself over and over with these cost constraints and color options? Go with your instincts; trust your gut feeling and be sure to decor your house with the best fitting Cowhide Rug.
Remember that each Cowhide Rug is unique, as they are naturally yielded products and no two pieces are alike. Occasionally, you may be lucky enough to get rugs that are in close contrast with each other. It is important to realize that to Choose a Cowhide is a process that lies in your patience and selection criteria. In this way, Decohides believes you will transform this shopping endeavor into an enjoyable and relaxed one.
“The essence of interior design will always be about people and how they live. It is about the realities of what makes for an attractive, civilized, meaningful environment, not about fashion or what’s in or what’s out. This is not an easy job. “- Albert Hadley
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