Be it a cow skin rug or any other product which you’re thinking to buy, you need to be aware of certain tips which can help you in buying a product and ensuring it has superior quality. This aids you in buying the right product and will also save you time and money. 

• Source of the product 

When it comes to leather-based products, the place where it gets manufactured/tanned matters a lot. This not only determines the quality of the product but also the ethical issues associated with the product. There are only a few countries in the world that manufacture cowhides, so make sure it is from one of those countries. 

• Buy from a registered and trusted manufacturer 

As most of the cowhides for retail purposes are sold online, make sure it is from a registered and trusted manufacturer or supplier. Only when you source products from trusted providers like these, can you be sure the products are genuine and of the upmost quality. Also, in case you don’t like the product, you can simply return it. 

• Check the quality of your product 

You need to learn to check the quality of the product. With a cow skin rug, if when you roll out the rug and it rolls out effortlessly, then it shows that the rug is a real cowhide. Bear in mind though, that if it has been folded for packaging purposes, there maybe a few creases but they will relax in a short time. Also, with real cowhides you can smell that the leather is genuine. 

• Know the process of maintenance 

A genuine quality cow skin rug doesn’t require one to spend a whole lot of time in maintenance. A cow skin rug can be cleaned with mild soap and a damp cloth. You need to keep in mind that cowhides don’t absorb liquid and stains very well and you can soak up any spilt liquid with a dry cloth effortlessly. 

• Know your application 

A cow skin rug can be placed in numerous places, such as floors, sofas, walls and other areas of your living spaces. Based on where you want to use the rug, you can decide on the size, colours, patterns, etc.

These are some of the basic tips one needs to keep in mind for buying cow skin rugs. They really are a world away from the usual, boring designs of manufactured carpets and rugs. It is not an expensive affair and the soft texture of the rugs, makes it a must keep as well as being unique as they are all natural products. 

Clare Louise