Sheepskin is super easy to look after. The fibres’ unique structure gives it a natural durability and robustness. It even repels dirt! Even so, a little care and attention won’t go astray.
Rules of wool and a few things to remember:
+ Avoid direct sunlight. This stops UV damage or fading
+ Shake rugs or bean bags regularly. This’ll loosen and liven up the wool
+ Vacuum sheepskins regularly on plain suction (NOT turbo or revolving brush – this will cause frizziness)
+ Remember not to rub, brush or massage sheepskins when they’re damp or wet
+ Dyed sheepskin should be dry-cleaned only (check with us if you’re not sure which one you have)
+ Give your longwool sheepskin a brush from time to time with a wire pet brush (pet slicker pad)
+ Sponge off small spills with a damp neutral coloured clean cloth
Brushing
Brushing is effective on unshorn, long wool sheepskins only. After washing, the wool fibres will likely revert back to their natural curly state. Brushing with a wire wool comb when wet, and once dry, will help restore the fluffy appearance and natural ‘loft’ of the fibres.
Cleaning treatments
There’s a number of cleaning treatments that can be used, depending on the type of stain. However, BEFORE you use any of them, make sure you’ve ‘contained the stain’ – firmly blotting up any excess liquid spills and scraping up any solids.
Large stain? Put a towel down and stand on it to firmly remove as much liquid as you can before applying any stain treatment. And remember, NEVER rub wet wool. Simply cross reference the type of treatment with the specific stain from our guide below
https://fibrebyauskin.com/resources/Woolskin-Stain-Cleaning-Guide-A4.pdf
https://fibrebyauskin.com/resources/Sheepskin-Care-Instructions-A4.pdf
