How To Make A Cowhide Rug

Make sure it s not on high heat because it will damage the leather.

How to make a cowhide rug.

Whether you make it yourself or buy one from a respected manufacturer you can feel confident that your rug will bring beauty to your home for years to come. Lay your cowhide rug on the floor upside down the hairy part should be down on the floor. Remove hide and squeeze excess water again. Perfectly smooth cowhide rug.

Cowhide can also be used to create a patchwork rug. The cow hide should be soaked for around two weeks longer if possible. I found a solution though with this faux cowhide rug i made for only 15. All you ll need is some faux cowhide fabric and a few other things to make your own.

Be certain to make enough tanning solution to soak the entire cow hide. Besides rugs cowhide can also be used in pillows furniture and other home items. That way you have the exotic look without all the guilt attached to hunting zebra. A cowhide rug in a formal sitting room says this room isn t as serious as it looks.

As much as i would have loved to run to the store and buy a real cowhide rug our dual self employed income doesn t justify that right now. I love a great cowhide rug but not the price tag that comes with them. Now you know how to remove the creases on your cowhide rug. Prepare the alum solution.

After two weeks squeeze hide gently to remove excess and rinse under cool water until clean. Cowhide was used to make nguni shields and the traditional skirt called the isidwaba. Now your new cowhide rug is in perfect shape. When the rug is completely cool down flip it over.

Cleaning a cowhide rug is relatively simple once you know the ins and outs of caring for one. The cowhide lampshade i made. I have been lusting after a cowhide rug for quite some time. Making sure to use damp cloths only gentle soaps or water vinegar solutions and being gentle with the hide will allow it to stay a beautiful part of your home s decor for many years.