I will write a more detailed article of how to look for the right sheepskin in the future but i hope this is good enough for now johnny.
How to make a sheepskin rug soft again.
For the sheepskin nerds there s of course a little more to it.
Fill a bathtub or tub with cool or lukewarm water.
Consider brushing the rug when it s wet with a large tooth comb and then again when it s dry using a sheepskin brush to make it extra fluffy.
Mould is another risk to sheepskin when conditions are damp as mould can cause the fibres to curl up which affects the rug s soft quality.
Try this before rewashing.
Any rug made from animal skin is susceptible to damage especially if the rug is used on the ground instead of for display.
Make sure the color of your sheepskin is a natural one if you are looking for the hypoallergenic quality.
Add a specialist sheepskin and wool detergent.
A standard wool detergent may cause damage so make sure it is.
No worries this is completely normal.
Here s a quick guide.
Repair your bear skin rug at the first sign of damage to extend the life of your rug.
Buy your sheepskin and enjoy it.
I had originally planned to put mine on the floor in our living room.
Dried skin on a rug can make the rug crack and tear.
You are now ready to display your beautiful homemade sheepskin rug as you please.
Leave it 15 minutes then vacuum.
A lot of loose hair will come out.
X research source a pet brush works well to brush the rug when it s dry making it fluff up more.
Throw plenty of carpet fresh you can get it from any one dollar store or cleaning store.
It is very cheep brush carpet gently using moderate strong brush work as circles directions then after 20 mints brush it again working in strait as fabric s direction.
In order to keep your rug in good soft fluffy condition be sure to keep it out of sunlight and nice and dry.
Brush until the entire thing is soft fluffy and little or no more hair is coming off on your brush.
In any case nearly all natural un dyed sheepskin rugs can be hand washed gently at home.