Merino Sheep’s Wool Chair Overlays

Recliner • Sierra Geri Chair • Reflexology / Zero Gravity 1" Wool Pile • Medical Densities • Washable to 70°C

Our Merino Sheep’s Wool Chair Overlays bring natural comfort, pressure relief, and temperature regulation to any recliner, geri chair, or zero‑gravity chair. Made from premium Merino sheep’s wool fabric with a full 1" pile, these overlays provide breathable cushioning that supports skin integrity, circulation, and nervous‑system calm, especially for individuals who sit or sleep in their chairs for extended periods.

Each overlay secures easily with three Velcro straps, ensuring a stable, non‑slip fit.

We offer lightweight wool piles and three medical densities to meet a wide range of clinical and comfort needs.

Explore related medical wool supports:

• Medical Wool Mats

• Sheepskin Healing Boots

• Pressure‑Relief Wool Pads

Overlay Specifications

Recliner Overlay

• Width: 18–20–22"

• Length: 60"–72" (depending on recliner style)

• Available Densities:

  • 850 g (white)

  • 950 g (white)

  • XD1750 (green, exclusive to Soul Comfort)

Sierra Geri Chair Overlay

• Size: 19" × 72"

• Available Densities:

  • 950 g (white, ½" pile interwoven with 1" pile)

  • XD1750 (green, ½" pile interwoven with 1" pile)

• Ideal for incontinence solutions

• Suitable for everyday use, fragile skin, post‑breakdown recovery, and palliative care

Zero Gravity / Reflexology Chair Overlay

• Size: 20" × 72"

• Available Densities:

  • 550 g

  • 700 g

  • 850 g

  • 950 g

  • XD1750 (green, exclusive to Soul Comfort)

If you’re unsure which size you need, we’re happy to help: 📞 250‑737‑2181 📞 1‑800‑404‑0622

Therapeutic Properties of Merino Wool

Merino wool offers a unique combination of comfort, clinical protection, and sensory stability:

• Promotes healing, relaxation, and restorative sleep

• Provides cushioning and reduces pressure points

• Helps prevent bed sores and skin breakdown

• Maintains normal body temperature

• Draws moisture away from the body

• Reduces pain, swelling, and stress

• Naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial

• Supports nervous‑system calm through gentle tactile input and breathable warmth

Wool products are especially beneficial for individuals with restricted mobility, those who sleep in their chairs, and anyone at risk of pressure injuries.

All Soul Comfort medical wool products are made with 1" high‑density medical pile, washable up to 70°C, and meet Canadian National Infection Control Guidelines.

Why Choose a Merino Sheep Wool Pad for Your Chair

Many individuals sleep in their chairs, making pressure injuries a real concern. Wool offers a clinically superior combination of comfort and protection:

Breathability & Moisture Control

Wool fibres have a natural crimp that creates air pockets, allowing airflow and moisture wicking. This regulates body temperature and keeps the skin dry.

Pressure Relief

Wool’s natural elasticity distributes weight evenly, reducing pressure points and minimizing the risk of bed sores or pressure ulcers.

Antimicrobial Protection

Lanolin naturally discourages bacteria and dust mites, making wool a hygienic choice for sensitive skin or respiratory concerns.

Thermoregulation

Wool keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer, maintaining a stable core temperature for uninterrupted rest.

Nervous‑System Support

Wool provides gentle sensory stability, reducing agitation, pain‑related tension, and discomfort for individuals who rely on their chair for long periods.

Choosing wool for your chair can significantly improve comfort, sleep quality, and skin health.

Sheepskin vs. Sheep Wool Fabric

• Sheepskin = hide + wool attached

• Sheep wool fabric = wool fibre shorn from the sheep, knitted into a backing

Our overlays use sheep wool fabric, making them washable, breathable, and humane.

What Is Sheep Wool Fabric?

Our wool fabric is made from:

• 100% wool fibre (shorn from sheep)

• Knitted into a nylon grid for strength and shape retention

• Stabilized with a medical‑grade acrylic compound

This creates a washable, durable material that looks and feels like sheepskin without the hide.

Why a Nylon Grid?

• Maintains shape better than cotton or wool alone

• Prevents fraying

• Adds strength (similar to wool socks reinforced with nylon)

• Renewable and sustainable

• Supports repeated shearing,  the sheep keep their life

Why an Acrylic Stabilizer?

• Developed in Germany for high‑standard washability

• Used safely for decades with no reported allergies

• Allows the wool to be fully machine washable

• Ensures the body lies on pure wool fibre, not hide

General Care

• Expect light shedding at first, this is normal

• Air‑fluff in the dryer (no heat) for 5 minutes to remove loose fibres

• Keep away from high heat and direct sunlight

• Wool may “clump” over time, this does not affect performance

• Brush with a metal brush after washing if you prefer a fluffier look

With proper care, your wool products will last many, many years.

Washing Instructions

• Machine wash on delicate in cool/lukewarm water (up to 70°C)

• Use wool soap with lanolin (e.g., Eucalan)

• Air dry recommended

• Tumble dry without heat to fluff

• Remove at 85% dry, remaining moisture dissipates quickly

• Spot clean with warm water (up to 70°C) eucalan soap or disinfecting soap

• Do not bleach

Wool is naturally antimicrobial and does not require frequent washing. To freshen, hang outside in moist air, out of direct sunlight.

What is sheep wool fabric?

Our fabric is made from 100% shorn sheep wool, knitted into a nylon grid for strength and shape retention, then stabilized with a medical‑grade acrylic compound for washability. This ensures the body lies on pure wool fibre — not hide — while meeting IPAC guidelines.

Why a nylon grid?

• Prevents fraying
• Maintains shape better than cotton or wool alone
• Similar to nylon reinforcement in wool socks
• Renewable and sustainable

Why an acrylic stabilizer?

• Developed in Germany for high‑standard washability
• Used safely for decades with no reported allergies
• Allows full machine washability to 70°C
• Ensures long‑term durability

How does wool help with pressure injuries?

Wool distributes weight evenly, reduces pressure points, and stabilizes temperature — key factors in preventing ulcers and supporting healing.

Is wool good for night sweats?

Yes. Wool absorbs moisture without feeling wet and releases it into the air, keeping sleepers dry — especially helpful for menopausal night sweats.

Is this the same as sheepskin?

No.

• Sheepskin = hide + wool attached
• Sheep wool fabric = shorn wool fibre knitted into a backing
  Our products use sheep wool fabric, making them washable, breathable, and humane.

Wool is one of nature’s most advanced performance fibres, breathable, durable, and exceptionally comfortable. It creates a stable, balanced sleep environment that works for all types of sleepers, all year round.

Temperature Regulation

Wool naturally keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer. It adapts to your body temperature, making it ideal for hot sleepers, cold sleepers, and couples with different comfort needs.

Moisture Management

Wool absorbs 30–40% of its weight in moisture without feeling damp. It pulls humidity away from the skin and releases it into the air, keeping bedding dry, fresh, and comfortable through the night.

Naturally Clean

Wool is naturally antimicrobial and antibacterial. It resists odour, mildew, and bacteria, staying fresher longer and requiring less washing than synthetic bedding.

Pressure‑Soft Comfort

Wool fibres gently cushion the body, reducing pressure points and helping muscles relax. This creates a softer, more forgiving sleep surface that supports deeper rest.

Breathable & Non‑Clammy

Unlike foam or polyester, wool never traps heat or moisture. It stays breathable and comfortable, preventing the “hot and sticky” feeling common with synthetic bedding.

Renewable & Sustainable

Wool is a renewable fibre shorn from sheep annually. It’s biodegradable, long‑lasting, and produced with far less environmental impact than synthetic materials.

Humane Alternative to Sheepskin

Our products use sheep wool fabric, not sheepskin.

• Sheepskin = hide + wool
• Sheep wool fabric = shorn wool fibre knitted into a backing

This makes our products washable, breathable, and humane, the sheep keep their hide, and the wool grows back naturally.