Comparing different types of insulations has now become a regular topic on our site. We have looked at a number of insulators, including renowned synthetic ones, such as PrimaLoft®, as well as natural insulators like Down.
Insulation, however, is not solely limited to fill-form, meaning that it is not only in the form of padding and filling that is used in jackets or sleeping bags. Insulating fabrics have been around for much longer than that.
We have also looked at several insulating materials that are made into fabrics and wool is one of them.
The use of wool dates millennia ago and its manufacturing and processing has evolved alongside humans. Nowadays wool garments come in many varied forms, but their purpose has remained the same despite the times, to provide insulation during winter.
Today we will be looking at two types of wool, which is the renowned Merino wool and the “regular” sheep wool that is most commonly used.
As a disclaimer before we move any further: we are well aware that regular wool is not a thing per se, but we are using that term to refer to sheep wool that is not sourced from Merino sheep.
Our purpose for this comparison is to understand wool better and then try and conclude as to which type of wool would be the best fit to your requirements.
