Natural Yellowing in Euro Mounts

A horse skull I found while duck hunting. 

A common issue with Euro mounts over time is the yellowing of the skull. This yellowing is completely natural and occurs when fats within the bone gradually reach the surface. In older animals or those with thicker skulls, this effect can be more noticeable compared to younger animals or those with thinner bone structures.

While over-bleaching the skull during the Euro mount process can help reduce yellowing initially, it comes with significant drawbacks. Excessive bleaching can make the skull brittle, cause flaking, or even create holes in thinner areas of the bone.

In my experience, I aim to whiten skulls to the best of my ability while avoiding the damage that over-bleaching can cause. This approach may result in some natural yellowing, but I believe it's better to have a strong, sturdy skull with a more natural appearance than a fragile, overly whitened one.

If you have any questions about Euro mounts, feel free to reach out.

Thanks,
Tyler, BWA