Hereford Cowhide Rug - Full

Leather Type: Cowhide
Breed: Hereford
Cut: Hide
Average Size: 35–45 Sq. Ft.
Thickness: 4–5 oz.
Temper: Medium Firm
Finish: Hair-On
Item Number: 179-1005

Hereford Cowhide Rugs showcase the naturally recognizable markings of the Hereford breed. Rather than being sorted simply into a color family, these hides are selected for their traditional Hereford character—typically combining rich red to reddish-brown hair with contrasting white areas. Every animal is different, so the amount, placement, and shape of those markings will vary from hide to hide.

For interior designers, that natural pattern gives a room warmth without feeling overly busy. The combination of warm brown-red tones and white works beautifully with wood, stone, leather furniture, neutral fabrics, and natural materials. A full Hereford hide can anchor a seating area, sit beneath a coffee table, soften the side of a bed, layer over a larger rug, or become a striking wall display.

Full Hide: Approximately 35–45 Sq. Ft.

Hereford hides are also useful beyond the floor. Leathercrafters and upholsterers can use the natural hair-on surface for ottomans, benches, chair panels, bags, pillows, upholstery accents, and other projects where the breed's distinctive markings become part of the design.

The Hereford breed originated in Herefordshire, England and has been established in the United States since the early 1800s. Its characteristic white face and red-bodied appearance have become some of the most recognizable markings in cattle, making these hides especially distinctive in both western and contemporary interiors.

Please Note: These are genuine Hereford cowhides, and breed characteristics are naturally variable. Shade, white coverage, markings, hair direction, hide shape, and pattern placement will differ from hide to hide. The photographs represent the general appearance you can expect, but every hide is one of a kind.

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