10 benefits of merino wool cloathing

What is a merino wool?

Generally speaking, merino is a type of wool. But not just any wool. Merino is a special type of high quality wool with extremely good qualities, obtained from a special breed of sheep known as merino sheep. For this reason, the wool obtained from these sheep is also known as merino wool, and its practical value is undeniable. The wool of merino sheep is extremely thick and high quality, allowing the sheep to withstand virtually any type of weather conditions - wind, sun, snow and cold.

Here is a list of the 10 most famous benefits of merino that make it such a desirable and sought after product worldwide.




1. Fine and soft fabric

For some people, wool is not known as the most pleasant to the touch fabric, but merino is extremely fine and soft after processing and manages to reach 30% finer final product than standard wool, which favors the visual quality of clothing.

2. Does not irritate the skin

Due to the fact that merino is such a fine and soft fabric, it is extremely sought after by people with more delicate and sensitive skin. Merino does not sting or irritate the skin, and its touch is pleasant and warm at the same time.

3. Ultraviolet protection

Unsuspected protection that the merino gives us. High quality merino wool protects us from harmful ultraviolet light. Extremely suitable for summer use.




4. Absorbent capacity

Like any other type of wool, merino provides exceptional moisture-absorbing abilities - about 30% of its own weight. Merino is suitable when we sweat both in winter and in summer.

5. Bandwidth

The absorbency of the merino is indisputable, but the merino is very characteristic with its permeability, allowing good "breathability" of the material, and hence the ability to evaporate moisture and clothes to dry extremely quickly.




6. Lanolin

What is lanolin? This is a unique antibacterial molecule found in the merino wool, which is our most trusted warrior in the fight against unwanted odors caused by sweat. In this way, the merino will retain its fresh scent even when worn for a long time.

7. Heat

Cotton, synthetic fabrics and other similar fabrics definitely have their advantages, but it would be difficult to combine the thermal abilities of wool in itself. It has the ability to retain heat even when wet, which in turn makes it a major choice for hikers, athletes and people with an active lifestyle during the winter months.

8. Absorb radiation

Perhaps another little-known fact about the merino wool is that it has the ability to absorb radiation, which in turn only tilts the scales in favor of the merino over other materials.




9. Regulates heat

We have already mentioned that the merino provides heat, but an even more important ability of the merino is that it regulates the heat itself - insulates the cold when it is cold, and at the same time has cooling abilities that dissipate heat in warmer weather in summer.

10. Wide application in winter and summer

And finally, we must mention the wide application that the merino enjoys. All the above-mentioned advantages of the merino make it an attractive choice for mountaineers, athletes and people with an active lifestyle throughout the year. The merino produces:

If you are looking for the best clothing that guarantees you balanced comfort, then definitely bet on one made with merino, regardless of the season. This is the best choice!


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