How to Pick High Quality Sheepskin Rug
Sheepskin rugs are a nice addition to a home as they help to increase its luxurious feel without incurring too much cost. However, some people might be confused about how to pick a high quality sheepskin rug. After all, it is difficult to tell a good quality rug from a bad quality one if you don’t know what to look for.
First of all, what is the benefit of a higher quality sheepskin rug? Although you can get away with paying less for a low quality version, it might not last as long, resulting in frequent replacements that will push the cost up in the long run. In addition, you need to go through the hassle of buying new rugs that will cost you more time and money. Hence, it is advisable to spend more money at the upfront to purchase a higher quality rug that will last longer and give you less trouble.
To select a good quality sheepskin rug, you need to know about this concept called ‘seed contamination”. A rug is made from the pelt for sheep. The pelt in turn contains seeds from the sheep. Too many of these seeds in the skin will have a higher probability of causing internal tears when the rug is being used. Hence, a higher quality sheepskin rug will have lower seed count than a lower quality one. This is one of the most important factor when it comes to buying good sheepskin rugs.
Another factor is the fur quality of the rug. Fur quality will determine how soft it feels to the touch. High quality skin will have a higher percentage of pure sheep’s wool while a low quality rug will comprise mostly of synthetic materials. If you want a rug that is comfortable to walk on, a high fur quality is recommended.
By knowing the fur quality and the degree of ‘seed containment’ of a rug, you will be able whether it is high quality. With high quality rugs please take care when using your domestic steam cleaner. You may need a special attachment and specific heat settings and/or cleaning solutions.
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