Ottomans are often used as a footrest or a place to temporarily leave a drink or display a food platter for your guests. It's no surprise that a glass can get knocked over or your friend drops some food on it, but there's no reason to panic. All our cowhide materials - even our cream and golden ones where stains might be more visible - retain their natural oils, which means that stains sit on top of the material rather than seeping in. This means you can simply sponge off stains without using a harsh detergent.