Wool

Virgin wool fabric and wool fabric by the metre for clothing, historical garments and tailoring

Anyone looking to buy wool fabric is often searching for a natural, warm fabric with character. From a technical point of view, however, it is worth looking closely at the material information: virgin wool refers to wool obtained from living sheep. This distinguishes virgin wool fabrics from more general wool terms which, depending on the supplier, may also refer to recycled wool, reclaimed wool or unspecified wool blends.

At TuchundStoff, the wool category therefore stands for carefully selected fabrics made from virgin wool and related high-quality wool qualities. Lighter virgin wool fabrics are often suitable for clothing, dresses, skirts or layered outfits. Medium-weight and heavy qualities are often used for coats, cloaks, jackets, capes, historical clothing or robust equipment.

Virgin wool, merino wool, loden and broadcloth loden

Depending on the range, different virgin wool qualities may appear in the wool category. Merino wool is known for its finer feel. Loden and broadcloth loden are more densely made wool fabrics that are especially valued for warm and robust projects. The exact composition, weight and properties can always be found directly on the respective product page.

Which virgin wool fabric by the metre is best suited depends on the planned project. For a coat or cloak, a denser and heavier fabric is usually useful. For a garment with more movement, a lighter or medium-weight virgin wool fabric can be more comfortable. For historical uniforms, coats or durable outerwear, firm virgin wool fabrics and loden qualities are often particularly suitable.

Buying virgin wool fabrics: what to consider?

When buying virgin wool fabrics by the metre, a few simple questions can help: Should the fabric drape softly or have more body? Will it be used for clothing, equipment, a blanket, coat, uniform or historical garment? Should it be especially warm, rather light or as robust as possible? Colour, material composition, weave, weight and care instructions should also match the project.

Our wool fabric knowledge and care instructions are also helpful. Examples from customer projects can be found in our gallery. If you have questions about a specific virgin wool fabric, please feel free to contact us.

Care of virgin wool fabric

Virgin wool fabric should be treated gently. Thorough airing is often sufficient. If cleaning is necessary, the care instructions for the respective item should always be observed. Wool does not like high heat, unnecessary friction or aggressive detergents.