Benefits of Merino Wool

Merino Wool Fibre – the Miracle

Merino fibre is much fiber than normal wool and technically more complex than synthetic fibre. The fiber is covered with overlapping scales. They are hydrophobic (water resistant), but in the same time it is highly absorbent inside.

Of all fibres, merino wool fibres are the most water resistant. The fibre can absorb and release 10 times more moisture than synthetic fibre. One fibre can absorb up to one third of its own weight in moisture without being felt as clammy or wet to the hand feel or touch. Underwear or sportswear made of merino wool can release moisture into the atmosphere to keep you feeling warm and dry.

 

Merino Wool vs Normal Wool

Merino wool fibre is only a fraction of the diameter of normal wool. This is one of the reasons why the normal wool itches and merino wool does not. The much bigger scales of normal wool act like barb against sensitive human skin, while fabric made of merino wool feel like silk, soft to touch.

 

Merino Wool vs Synthetic

With a much simpler structure, synthetic fibres such as polyamide or polyester, are made from melting, extruding and setting a petrochemical-based product, similar to plastic. Such fibres can not breathe, absorb or release moisture. When made into fabric, they are restricted to one-way moisture transfer, with very limited breathability. A chill zone will be formed when moisture collects on the outside of the fabric.

Merino wool is able to absorb and release moisture, to cool or warm the body, thus functions as temperature regulating.
The wearer will warm up quickly due to the exceptional breathability of the fabric.

 

Warmth
Outstanding Warmth
Merino wool is warm because of the millions of tiny air pockets in the fabric, which tramp air and lock in body heat.

 

Heat Generation
Merino wool underwear and sportswear use moisture ti regulate temperature. When it is cold and damp a process called “heat sorption” kicks in where the fabric actually generates heat.

Body Cooling
In a hot environment merino wool garment keeps the wearer cool through the process of “cooling by evaporation”.

Natural
Annually Renewable
Biodegradable

Safety
Fire Resistant
UV Protection