Reindeer hide rugs are increasingly in demand as a great alternative to synthetic rugs, or as an unique contemporary style and design choice when requiring something different to the more popular cowhide rug.
Reindeer hide rugs are tanned to protect and cure the proteins in the hide and then typically silicone treated to help to make them water-resistant and so appropriate for use both inside your home as well as out. When some simple steps are performed on a frequent basis then reindeer hide rugs should last for many years to come.
Reindeer rugs are usually regarded as being generally for ornamental purposes for the home and consequently these kind of hides really should not be frequently stepped on, sat on or even walked on for lengthy periods of time if they are to keep their original spotless condition.
If looked after properly a reindeer hide rug ought to last for many years. At first the hide will definitely moult by shedding a little of its fur and this should be regarded as being normal. All you will need to do is carry it outdoors and shake the hide every few weeks. After 2 or 3 weeks the hairs on the hide should settle down somewhat and one will need to shake this outside the house more infrequently.
As reindeer hides are usually relatively waterproof by natural means (as well as being silicone coated) they can easily be put to use both inside and outside the home. However if the hide does get wet , then they should be allowed to dry out naturally - ideally in sun light which additionally serves to naturally disinfect the hide.
Reindeer fur is made of hollow hairs which give a wonderful heat efficiency. Reindeer hides should not be placed in the front of a fireplace or high temperature source since extreme warmth or drying out will lead to the fur to shed and moult. It is recommended that the hide is put outdoors for one day in every month.
For general maintenance you may gently vacuum the hide but should use a brush accessory to delicately massage the hide rather than a smaller suction attachment as this could result in too much hair loss.
It is in all probability just as good to take the rug or carpet outside and shake it in the conventional way. It ought to be noted as with almost all fur pile goods you will certainly experience some hair loss from these hides.
Given the character of the lengthy hide hair on a reindeer hide rug it is highly recommended that animals are not allowed (in particular cats!) to get too fond of the reindeer carpet, as they love to dig and paw away the hairs and will inevitable shorten its final life expectancy.