Care Instruction for natural tanned hides 

​

The sheep skins are not factory made. Each hide is hand worked and will retain its natural character. There may be minor scrapes or blemishes on the skin from the processing.

 

GENERAL MAINTENANCE: Wool and animal hair is remarkably resilient and naturally stain resistant. Most dirt and debris can be easily removed with a good brushing, or shaking it outside like you would a small area rug. For brushing the long wool hides we recommend using a carding brush or a standard pet brush. Wool that has become matted down from use can be revived with a good brushing or flung. Simply shaking it out by hand should succinctly rid the hide of most dust and debris.

 

SPOTCLEANING: You can use a spray bottle and lightly spray the stain or spot treat with a damp cloth. When wetting wool, please make sure to spot clean in one direction, and avoid rubbing the area. Moisture +wool+agitation=felting!

 

MACHINE WASHING: In the event that you want to clean the entire hide, you can wash bark tanned hides in the washing machine. It’s best to use a gentle cycle with cool water. Wool can be affected by washing machine action.  Avoid putting the hide in a clothes dryer. While still wet, lay the hide somewhere flat to dry. You may find the edges of the hide curl a bit during the drying process. Gently smooth the edges as it dries and your hide should return to its prewashed state. Do not store your hides in airtight bags or containers in order to avoid collecting moisture. NOTE: Washing any hide may change its character. Sheep Meadow Farm  IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CHANGES THAT OCCUR FROM WASHING.