Buying sheepskins for the camper

Buying sheepskins as seat covers for your camper can be a great way to create both comfort and a cozy atmosphere. Sheepskins are soft, warm, and breathable, making them ideal for long journeys and for use in both warm and cold seasons. Here are a few tips for buying sheepskins as seat covers:

1. Choose the right size and fit

• Size: Make sure the sheepskins are large enough to completely cover the seat. Sheepskins come in various sizes, so it's useful to measure the dimensions of your seats before ordering. Buying sheepskins at Schapenvacht24.nl means you have to bring your camper to try them on. Only then can you buy sheepskins for the camper.
• Fit: Some camper seats have armrests or a specific shape. You can choose to have a sheepskin custom-made or use an elastic band or strap to secure it properly. We call these sheepskin tensioners.

2. Types of sheepskins

• Natural sheepskin: This is a real sheepskin and offers the most comfort and insulation. It is durable and keeps you warm in winter and cool in summer. This is called self-regulating. A sheepskin can be used perfectly in all seasons.
• Dyed or treated sheepskin: You can choose from hides in different colors or styles to match your interior.
• Synthetic fur: This option is cheaper, but does not have the natural insulating properties of real sheepskin.

The best-selling sheepskins are Texel, Mouflon and Veluwe sheepskins. All these hides are robust, have beautiful wool and are fantastic to sit on and to look at.

3. Maintenance and cleaning of sheepskins

• Sheepskins are relatively low-maintenance, but it is important to air them regularly and brush them occasionally to keep them clean and fresh. You can also vacuum a sheepskin, but only on the lowest setting.
• Some sheepskins can be washed, but always read the washing instructions to avoid damaging the hide. Never put a sheepskin in the dryer.

4. Attachment

• You can simply lay the sheepskin over the chairs, but it is often better to secure them with straps or elastic bands so that they stay in place while driving.

Where to buy sheepskins

• Online stores are hopeless to buy from. If they are slightly too small or too narrow, you will not be comfortable driving in the camper.
• Markets or farm shops can offer local, high-quality sheepskins. Lexwonen is at the market and has a sheepskin shed. They take the time to help you with fitting. Sheepskins can be bought at the markets in Wageningen, Veenendaal and Bennekom.
• Camping stores sometimes sell sheepskin seat covers specifically designed for camper seats. Camping farms also often have sheepskins for sale.

Such a purchase can really make a difference to the comfort and atmosphere in your camper! Also, since Corona, more and more sheepskins are being sold for caravans or tents.