Black and white cowhide rug: how to style it at home
The black and white cowhide is the most recognisable. Its crisp contrast gives a room structure in one move. Well placed, it gives character to a calm interior; overdone, it can overpower everything else. Here is how to make it work.
Graphic or speckled: two different styles
Not all black and white hides look alike. Some have large, sharp patches and a very graphic look. Others are speckled, with the black blending softly into the white. The first draw the eye and become the centrepiece; the second blend more easily into an existing scheme. Every black and white cowhide is one of a kind, so look closely at the pattern of the one you like.
Where to place it
- In the living room, under a coffee table or in front of the sofa: the most common spot, the hide defines the space.
- In the bedroom, at the foot or side of the bed: a small size is enough and feels soft underfoot.
- In an entryway or study: a medium size instantly gives style to a passage space.
Which colours to pair it with
Black and white goes with almost everything, but it is especially beautiful with light or dark oak floors, a grey, beige or cream sofa, linen, bouclé wool and black metal. For a warmer feel, add a touch of cognac (a leather armchair, dark wood). Avoid adding other bold patterns on the floor nearby: the hide is enough on its own.
Which size to choose
Our hides come in four approximate sizes: 122 × 153 cm, 138 × 168 cm, 153 × 183 cm and 183 × 214 cm. Measure the floor space and allow around twenty centimetres of margin on each side. Our size guide details what each size is for.
Extending the contrast
One or two black and white cowhide cushions on the sofa echo the rug and connect the floor to the furniture. To go further, a chair or pouf from our cowhide furniture can carry the same tone.