The difference between Merino wool and ordinary wool is: different thickness, different wool hardness, and different feel.

1. Different thicknesses:

1. Merino wool is also called superfine Merino wool. Its fibers are extremely fine, with a diameter of less than 19.5 microns. The best Merino wool The diameter of slave wool can reach less than 11.7 microns, which is the finest among wool varieties.

2. Ordinary wool is much thicker, and a hair put together may be thicker than a human head.

2. Wool hardness is different:

1. Merino superfine wool is soft, elegant and light, suitable for making some close-fitting clothing, such as scarves, cashmere sweaters, underwear, etc.

2. Ordinary wool is harder, which is an advantage to a certain extent. It makes wool more resistant to friction and tangible, suitable for coats, and more windproof.

3. Different feel:

1. Merino wool, like cashmere and alpaca, is a natural protein fiber. The animals producing these fibers are rare and the output is limited, so the price is also high. Relatively expensive. Unlike wool, the surface scale thickness of this type of natural fiber is thinner than that of ordinary wool, and the scale coverage density is smaller than that of wool. This results in the smooth, soft and delicate feel of Merino wool fiber.

Clothes made of Merino wool are also very elastic, so they are suitable for close-fitting wear. The fabrics are delicate, soft, considerate and comfortable. It not only has excellent thermal insulation and moisture absorption functions, but also has moderate stretch and tension. The fabrics made from it are suitable for use as medium and high-end high-quality clothing materials, and can reflect a luxurious and high-grade temperament.

2. But ordinary wool feels rough and not so delicate, and it will feel itchy if it is worn close to the body.

How to choose wool products

1. Recognized trademarks: pure wool mark products authorized by the International Wool Bureau, including "wash hands carefully", "machine washable", and "dry clean only" , "Comprehensive and easy to care" and other labels can help you understand the wearing performance and washing requirements of the product, especially the cashmere fiber content of the cashmere sweater, so as to avoid buying fake and shoddy products.

2. Feel: Cashmere sweaters feel smooth, waxy and light, and there is no "tight" feeling when worn on the body. But some woolen sweaters feel slippery because too much softener is added to the woolen sweaters during post-processing, making them feel slippery when touched.

3. Look at the details: whether the wool of the sweater is uniform, whether there are patches, thickness, uneven thickness, and whether there are weaving and sewing defects.

4. Select size: When purchasing, measure the length, broad shoulders, shoulder circumference and technical shoulders of the sweater to see if it suits your body shape. It is best to try it on for a more suitable fit. Generally speaking, the size of the cardigan you choose should be 5 cm larger to avoid greater shrinkage.