• The Shear Comfort Natural Overlay is a medical sheepskin made from real sheep’s wool, like all Shear Comfort products. It retains a traditional sheepskin shape for a natural look and comes with a leather backing. The sheep’s wool is very comfortable and feels great on the skin. The Natural Overlay can be used in places where comfort is needed, such as in bed or in a chair.

    As this overlay retains a traditional sheepskin shape, sizes can vary.

    Approx. size: 92 x 63 cm. Available in Green.

    • Proven effectiveness in the prevention of pressure ulcers
      The Cochrane report confirms that medical sheepskin can prevent the development of pressure ulcers – see report Can pressure ulcers be prevented by using different support surfaces? | Cochrane
    • Comfort feel from soft and thick wool
      The sheep’s wool is soft and thick and comes on a natural sheepskin backing.
    • Can be used anywhere and on any surface
      Since these overlays retain their natural shape, they can be used either in bed or on chairs, armchairs, or wheelchairs for a snug fit.
    • Healthy microclimate for the skin
      Wool takes up to 30% of its weight in water vapour without feeling moist. The air trapped between the wool fibres allows heat and moisture to dissipate.
    • Can aid quality sleep
      Wool, being a natural material, gives a quieter more comfortable night’s sleep than when lying on a plastic-based product.  In addition, a study in 1984 reported that a wool underlay decreased restlessness and improved sleep quality.
    • High density wool for added comfort
      The Shear Comfort Natural Overlay is a medical sheepskin which has high density wool providing pressure redistribution and added comfort.
    • Healthy microclimate for the skin
      Wool takes up to 30% of its weight in water vapour without feeling moist. The air trapped between the wool fibres allows heat and moisture to dissipate.
    • Machine washable up to 80 degrees Celsius
      The Shear Comfort sheepskin has been treated to make it easy to wash at up to 80 degrees Celsius – for a hygienic wash.
    • 50 washes guaranteed
      Shear Comfort Natural Overlays have a warranty of up to 50 washes when following the manufacturer’s washing instructions using a wool wash.

Dimensions: 92 x 63 cm

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Natural Sheepskin Products

✓ Do

  • Wash using a suitable wool wash shampoo
  • For healthcare and institutional use, products manufactured to AS4480.1 can be washed at 80°C
  • Follow appropriate infection control and laundering procedures

✕ Do Not

  • Use standard laundry detergent on natural sheepskin unless specifically suitable for wool

General Care

  • Shear Comfort natural sheepskin products are manufactured to AS4480.1 and can withstand a minimum of 30 washes at 80°C when washed with a suitable wool wash shampoo.
  • Washing at 80°C is suitable for healthcare environments where high-temperature laundering is required for infection control.
  • A suitable wool wash shampoo with added tea tree oil may be used to help provide anti-dust mite properties.

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