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Debunking 5 common misconceptions about real zebra skin hides—from them attracting insects to being illegal.

There are faux zebra rugs that are circulating in the market nowadays, like most other things. Many of them are easy to spot. But some are so well-made (e.g. dyed cowhide) that it would take an expert to know. On top of that, it is harder to tell when you’re buying from an online supplier. We’ve created this guide to help decrease your chances of becoming a victim of a convincing counterfeit version of real zebra hides. 

It’s not uncommon to see a zebra rug comfortably resting on a high-traffic area of a home. It could be that the owners want to showcase the black-and-white hide all the time, every time. We can’t fault them for that. It’s a thing of beauty, after all! Maybe they placed it there to conceal a spot on the floor. Whatever the reason is, make sure that your zebra rug is well protected from wear and tear in these heavily frequented areas. 

They’re beautiful, can tie a room together, and in some cases, cover imperfections. The benefits of purchasing real zebra skin hide abound. There are, however, a couple of reasons why some are hesitant to do so—one of which is allergies.   This is a valid reason. There’s no point in having a magnificent piece in your home if it can trigger an allergic reaction, right? But can zebra rugs really do that? 

A printed home decor that goes well with every popular interior design style is rare—but that’s exactly what a zebra hide is. The black-and-white stripes look busy that matching it with every interior design scheme seems questionable. But it works! A zebra hide complements the look of every home. We’re not just talking about a zebra rug. We’re including furniture and accessories made from real zebra hides in this post.