Zebra rug question

[Speedster]

I shot a zebra and had the skin made into a rug. After getting it home and unfolding the rug, the mane is folded over sideways and there are several fold creases. I laid some heavy books on it to flatten it out. Is there a faster/better way to flatten it and to get the mane standing upright?

 

[Safari Dave]

I did what you are doing and it didn't take very long.

 

[Javaman]

Had same issue, taxidermist suggested a little steam from a hand type steamer, used with caution, can help