Still got unanswered questions? We’re always here and more than to help, so get in touch if you want to know more. In the meantime, here are a few of the questions that we’re frequently asked.
Is it safe to dry clean a sheepskin?
Yes it is. For dry clean only products, including sheepskin jackets, hats and gilets, talk to a reputable dry cleaner, who will have experience of leather and fleeces. Some specialist cleaners are also available which would be ideal for the more valuable items such as sheepskin coats.
How do I remove tough stains from my sheepskin?
For tough stains, apply a small amount of Woolly Fresh Spray directly to the stain and gently dab with a clean, damp cloth. Avoid rubbing as this can embed the stain deeper into the fibres.
What should I do if my sheepskin gets wet?
If your sheepskin gets wet, shake off excess water and hang it to dry in a shaded, well-ventilated area. Do not expose it to direct sunlight or heat sources.
Can I use any detergent for washing sheepskin?
Use only wool-specific detergents for washing your sheepskin. Regular detergents can strip natural oils from the wool, causing it to become brittle and matted.
How often should I wash my sheepskin?
Wash your sheepskin only when necessary. Frequent washing can shorten the lifespan of the wool. For regular maintenance, brushing and spot cleaning are usually sufficient. Our secret to a sheepskin’s long life: air it out regularly, the wool will appreciate it.
Can a sheepskin rug be machine-washed?
A lot of Skyeskyns fleeces are (machine) washable, although not all so please make sure you check the Skyeskyns stamp on the leather side of your sheepskin, as it will carry washing or dry clean instructions.
For those of you worried about maintaining a white rug: yes, you can wash a white sheepskin rug as long as it is machine washable and if not, you can spot clean stains with our Woolly Fresh Spray. We insert the relevant Care Instructions card with every parcel but get in touch with us for more information about cleaning your specific products.
Can you machine-wash sheepskin slippers?
Our sheepskin slippers are not machine washable but can be spot cleaned.
How do you clean a large dirty rug?
Our large fleeces (double, triple, quads etc) and mosaic rugs can be washed. Given their sizes, these rugs and throws cannot be put into a standard washing machine.
You can use a commercial launderette or laundry service but do make sure they understand the washing instructions and will wash them separately. You may also want to look at our refurbishment service for the ultimate pamper for your large rug or fleece, learn more about it below.