What is a mini cowhide?
A mini cowhide is not a calfskin, as is sometimes thought. The tannery regularly has large cowhides that unfortunately cannot pass as A choice because of damage (think of scratches, holes, etc.). In order not to let those hides go to waste as well, the tannery extracts a so-called mini cowhide from the good pieces. They always have a size of 90x60cm.
How can you use a mini cowhide?
Small (mini) cowhides are becoming increasingly popular as stylish interior additions. These small versions of our traditional cowhides offer you a whole new warm and atmospheric way to enrich your interior. Their smaller size allows you to use them in different ways even in the smallest of spaces.
Some ways to use these small cowhides are:
As a rug: A mini cowhide can serve perfectly as a small, eye-catching rug in your interior. It creates a cozy and warm atmosphere in any room, from your living room to your bedroom.
On furniture: Lay a mini cowhide over your chair, the back of your sofa or ottoman for an extra cozy and warm look This not only adds an elegant element to your interior, but they also increase the feeling of luxury and comfort in your rooms.
As a table decoration: Use a mini cowhide as a unique and eye-catching table runner. Then place a pretty tray with accessories on it or a vase with beautiful flowers.
As wall decoration: Instead of a painting, hang a small cowhide on your wall. This can add an interesting twist to your room and increase the warmth of the space.
For craft and accessories: Did you know that the mini cowhides can also be used for further processing? Don't need that much leather? Then you can get quite a bit out of these mini cowhides. For example, process the leather into small craft items such as bags, jewelry or other decorative accessories.
Little cowhide inspirations in different interiors
Would you like to use a small cowhide in your interior, but are you still looking for inspiration and the best place? Get inspiration from customers who have already gone before you. Are you looking for even more inspiration? Check out our inspiration room.
Tips for maintaining and cleaning your little cowhide
The nice thing about these mini cowhides is that they require pretty little to even no maintenance. (Kind of depends on how you use it). If you use it as a rug, it will have more to endure than if you have it on the back of your couch. You can maintain the mini cowhide in the same way as the large cowhides. For a detailed description on how to clean and care for your mini cowhide, please visit our page on cleaning/maintaining cowhide. Looking for a concise description? You can find it under "animal skin care".
Need help picking out your little cowhide?
Are you looking for a mini cowhide for your interior but would like some extra advice or information? Then I would love to help you with your questions and the advice you are looking for so you can make an informed choice. Feel free to contact me at +31(0)6 17 52 13 63 during our opening hours, send an e-mail, or visit us in Boxmeer, the Netherlands - please make an appointment so you won't be standing in front of a closed door. Together we will find the perfect small cowhide for your interior.