Faux Sheepskin Rug - Buying Tips

By Michael Hughes


The two most important considerations when purchasing a sheepskin rug should be comfort and durability. Is the plush deep and is the backing supple? Will it last and retain its good shape and quality over the long term? Take your time when purchasing it and do some research. Ensure the rug you decide to purchase is all-natural and not a synthetic duplication. There is nothing like the feel, look, and touch of real faux sheepskin rug.

Sheepskin Area Mat- Area mats are quite large usually around 6 feet in length and 3 feet in widths. They are perfect on the floor, displayed on the wall as an art piece, or hung over a sofa. They make a wonderful room accent.

Cleaning the mat needs special care and a few cleaning tips. It is always best that you hand over your mat to a professional dry cleaner who cleans mats for best results. Never-the less, if you wish to clean at home here are a few simple ways to clean your exquisite mat.

Try to consider too their sizes and colors. Sheep hide rugs are available in a variety of sizes and colors that will coordinate easily with any room in your home in which you are trying to create a particular design or theme. The traditional luxuriant effect is that of contrasting colors, such as a white, plush sheep skin mat against a darker room color or backdrop. The combination can be striking and irresistible.

Bedspread-Many people choose to place their mats on the top of their beds. It's a great look and easy to complete the room decor around. White is a stunning choice on the bed and every so classy!

Line dry or dry flat and stretch to shape while it is still damp. For even better results, you can brush the sheep hide with a wire brush to help fluff up the fibers. Whatever you do, DO NOT tumble dry your mats in the dryer. Even the gentlest setting could cause your mat to shrink or cause hardening of the pelt.

Caring for the rugs, it should be noted, ought to be completely safe to clean in a washing machine, on a gentle cycle, using a non-biological shampoo. They can also be dry cleaned, if that method is preferred.

Sheepskin rugs are in a class of their own with little competition other than perhaps rabbit or bear. There are few large rugs that are as beautiful as a sheepskin rug. So why not try it for yourself?




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