Frequently asked questions
Is "THE BASE" made from real sheepskin?
Yes. The Base is genuine fleece-on-hide from Australian Merino sheep — a dense shorn pile of approximately 2–3cm still attached to the natural hide it grew from. To tell any real sheepskin from a fake, part the pile and look at the backing: real fleece grows from a suede-like natural hide, you will be able to see this when you open the zippers at the back. Imitations have synthetic fibres stitched into woven fabric and feel uniform in a way natural fleece never does.
What does fleece-on-hide mean?
Fleece-on-hide means the wool is still attached to the sheepskin. The wool fleece is not tufted or woven into a manufactured backing. "The Base" is constructed from individual panels of Australian Merino wool, carefully joined and stitched.
How do I clean a sheepskin rug and underlay?
Shake it out regularly, air it in shade, and vacuum with suction only — never a rotating brush head. Blot spills immediately with a clean cloth, then spot-clean with cold water and wool detergent. Do not machine wash or tumble dry: heat damages the hide, and washing strips lanolin, the wool's natural protective wax. Dry away from direct sun and heat, and restore the pile with a wide-toothed brush, working gently in the direction of the wool.
Do sheepskin rugs shed?
A few loose fibres in the first weeks is normal for any natural wool piece, and some may lift when brushing. Because the wool in "The Base" is attached to hide rather than tufted or woven into a backing, it does not shed the way pieced, glued or synthetic-backed rugs do
Can "the base" be used on a bed as well as the floor?
Yes. This is another way to use the piece. Laid over your mattress on top of the fitted sheets, by securing it with the elastic bands attached to each corner. A full 2–3cm of Merino fleece beneath you providing softness that synthetic materials cannot copy.
How long does wool rugs and underlay last?
Decades, with basic care — wool underlays are commonly cited at ten to twenty years, well beyond foam and synthetic alternatives, and hide-backed pieces last longest of all because there is no glued or tufted backing to fail. Wool fibres recover their shape rather than crushing flat. The Base is built to stay: shake it, air it, brush it occasionally, and it settles into your home for good.