Shearex Pure Wool Pile Pressure Relief Bed Fleece

Keeping your skin dry with breathable linens is an integral part in preventing pressure sores and ulcers. The Shearex Pure Wool Pile Pressure Relief Bed Fleece is made from 100% pure wool, which provides shock absorbing and moisture-wicking properties to alleviate force on your joints and allow your skin to breathe throughout the night.

What's Included?

• 1 x Bed Fleece (Cut to size)

Key Features and Benefits

• Provides effective pressure relief for those susceptible to sores
• Made from 100% pure wool with a woven polyester backing
• Absorbs perspiration to keep skin dry and enables skin to breathe
• Provides shock absorbing properties and alleviates force on bony areas
• Pile has a depth of approximately 1 inch (or roughly 3cm) to spread pressure evenly
• Pre-treated and can therefore be autoclaved or washed at up to 40°C
• Can be washed up to 50 times and still provide softness and comfort
• Makes an excellent 'interface' layer on beds and chairs

Pressure Relief wOOL Fleece sIZING cHART

The Pressure Relief Bed Fleece is available in a range of sizes to suit different requirements and environments. Please see below for a guide to the measurements, then select your required size from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.

Sizing Diagram

Please refer to the sizing diagram to select the most appropriate option for your requirements. 

Which Types of Mattresses and Beds Are Suitable?

Unlike other similar fleeces, the Pressure Relief Bed Fleece is suitable for use on top of a range of different mattress types and bed styles. For a few examples of compatible mattresses, please view the list below:

• Adjustable Air Mattresses
• Air Beds
• Hybrid Mattress
• Memory Foam Mattresses
• Sofa Beds
• Spring Loaded Mattresses
• Water Beds

Who Can use a Pressure Relief bed fleece?

The Pressure Relief Bed Fleece is suitable to provide symptom relief for various ailments, including:

• Raynaud's disease
• Coldness/overheating in bed
• Backache
• Rheumatism
• Arthritis
• Poor circulation
• Cramp
• Numbness
• Pins and needles
• Relieving pressure points
• Discomfort in bed

How Does a Wool Pile Bed Fleece Relieve Pressure?

Manufactured from deep wool pile and woven polyester backing, this layer helps to redistribute pressure and alleviate force on your joints and bones when laying in bed or seated. For especially frail individuals or the elderly, pressure sores and ulcers can be a common problem, as well as general aches and discomfort from excessive downward force. Using a wool bed fleece works to reduce impact on peak pressure points and provide additional comfort.

How Can the Bed Fleece Help With Raynaud's Disease?

The Shearex Bed Fleece encourages blood circulation and reduces the likeliness of waking in the night from discomfort, pins and needles or numbness. Additionally, it has excellent heat retention and temperature regulating properties to keep you comfortable and to allow for a full night of deep, restful sleep.

How Can the Bed Fleece Help With Rheumatism and Arthritis?

The Bed Fleece is designed to support the body's joints and permit an ache-free night's sleep. By alleviating the need to toss and turn to get comfortable in bed, pressure is distributed away from sore joints and provides a supple and pressure absorbing surface to sleep on.

Do I Use the Bed Fleece Under or Over the Bed Sheet?

For the best results when using the Pressure Relief Fleece, we recommend using the fleece below your normal bed sheets. This reduces the frequency of washing necessary and can also improve the user comfort, without impinging on the pressure relief provided.

Deep Pile for Exemplary Cushioning

The Shearex Bed Fleece has a thickness of approximately 3cm (1"), providing deep cushioning of crimped fibres to absorb and alleviate downward pressure. This allows for a plush and soft base to sleep on with high-performing pressure relieving properties. 

Heat Regulation for A Restful Night's Sleep

Wool, unlike polyester, is a natural textile which makes it unmatched in its insulating properties. Because wool is able to absorb perspiration into its fibres, it keeps a layer of dry air next to the skin, keeping you warm and dry throughout the night. Without the disturbance of feeling cold in the night, you can enjoy a full and restful night's sleep.

Will the Pressure Relief Fleece Keep Me Cool?

The Shearex Wool Fleece works to keep you cool, preventing overheating thanks to its breathability and moisture-wicking properties, as well as the unique ability to dissipate excess heat. However, if you need a topper specifically targeted towards symptoms of menopause, try the Layer of Air Cooling Mattress Topper. By creating a cooling layer between you and your mattress, the Topper specifically targets:

• Aggressive hot flushes
• Night sweats
• Hyperthyroidism

How Do I Wash My Shearex Bed Fleece?

We recommend washing your Pressure Relief Bed Fleece on a "wool cycle" or a 40°C wash with wool-friendly detergent. Line dry or tumble dry on a low setting, and refrain from bleaching in any circumstance to get the most from your product and prevent damage.

This Item Is Not Returnable On Grounds Of Hygiene

Please note, Hospital Beds is dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of hygiene for all of its products and for this reason this item is non-refundable and non-returnable if unsuitable or unwanted on grounds of hygiene.

If you have any questions regarding this returns policy, please contact our Hospital Beds Customer Care Team on 020 7501 0592 for further details.

VAT Relief - Information and Exemption Forms

This product is eligible for VAT relief. Please visit our VAT relief page for more information.

How to Claim Your VAT Exemption

VAT exemption can be claimed in two ways – either when placing your or order or claiming back the VAT on a purchase that you have already made.

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Free UK Delivery on Orders Over £40

This item is usually dispatched by Royal Mail Post or better.

This item is usually dispatched the same day when ordered before 2.00pm, Monday to Friday.

The delivery expectation of Royal Mail is 1 to 3 working days. 

Please call our Hospital Beds Customer Care Team on 020 7501 0592 if you have any questions about the delivery of this item.