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How can I clean mold off the back of a cowhide rug?

Michelle Driscoll, MPH
Founder, Mulberry Maids
Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids, which is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. With five years of experience, her business specializes in cleaning homes and small offices. She holds a Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health. Additionally, Mulberry Maids has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

Michelle Driscoll, MPH

Founder, Mulberry Maids

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You should first start by flipping over the rug and using a wet/dry vacuum to suck out any remaining moisture from the back of the cowhide. Then you can create a solution by mixing a small amount of laundry detergent with water. Take a rag and dab/blot the solution into the mildew stain. Then, rinse the rug to remove the soap. Spray water onto the stain and use your wet/dry vacuum to fully suck out the water. Repeat this process a couple of times. You can then spritz the back of the rug with vinegar to disinfect the area. Let the vinegar disinfect the rug for about 5 minutes and suck up any remaining liquid with the vacuum once more.

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How do I get dog poop out of my cowhide rug?

Michelle Driscoll, MPH
Founder, Mulberry Maids
Michelle Driscoll is the Owner of Mulberry Maids, which is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. With five years of experience, her business specializes in cleaning homes and small offices. She holds a Masters in Public Health from the Colorado School of Public Health. Additionally, Mulberry Maids has an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau.

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Founder, Mulberry Maids

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First, pick up any pieces of solid waste and dispose of it. Then, use the dull side of a knife to extract any pieces that may have blended into the hairs. Finally, you can follow the steps outlined in Removing Liquid Stains section above- apply a small amount of soap into the rug and clean the rug.

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What should you do if the rug gets wet?

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You can take the rug outdoors to dry. Hang the rug in a place where the sun can reach it, allowing it to dry more quickly and completely. Make sure the hide is facing the sun, not the hair.

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How can you remove pet urine from a cowhide rug?

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You can remove pet urine in the same way you would other spills. Dab or blot the area to remove most of the urine. You can then clean the area with a damp cloth and some soapy water.

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How do I remove permanent marker drawings off white cow hide?

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Orange or lemon essential oils can get permanent marker off most surfaces.

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How do I clean a long haired hide rug?

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All cowhide rugs will be cleaned in a similar fashion, regardless of the hair length. Brushing, spot cleaning, and regular care will all help keep your rug looking great.

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How can we get rid of a moldy patch in the hide?

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Vinegar and water will remove mold and mildew from leather. Try a sponge dampened with this on the moldy patch.

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How do I get rid of fleas in a cowhide rug?

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Vacuum daily and make sure your pets have flea medicine to stop the cycle, and you will eventually get rid of the fleas.

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How do I get rid of dog odor in my cowhide rug?

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First, shake out any dog hair from the rug, and then hang it outside to air it out. If you have some baking soda, sprinkle some on and let it sit overnight. The next day, take the rug outside, shake off the baking soda, air out the rug for an hour or so, and then bring the rug back inside.

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Can I spray a cowhide rug with Scotchgard?

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No! I learned the hard way. I sprayed my cowhide with Scotchgard and it dried with a sticky film on it that I could not remove and I had to get a new rug!

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Would you suggest soap and water or vinegar and bicarbonate to clean urine off a cowhide rug?

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Vinegar is an excellent cleaner and by using it, you can avoid using soap. Spray vinegar on rug and let it set and then hose it off.

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