Cotton Blankets Versus Wool Blankets

Cotton Blankets Versus Wool Blankets.  Which Fabric Is Best?

We have been hand-weaving blankets for over eight years and one of the questions we are frequently asked is: Which fabric, cotton or wool makes a better blanket?  We have put together a comparison of cotton blankets versus wool blankets below to help you decide which fabric is right for you:

Similarities
Cotton	Wool
Natural breathable fibre	Natural breathable fibre
Hypoallergenic	Hypoallergenic
100% biodegradable	100% biodegradable
Recyclable	Recyclable
Machine washable at 30c	Machine washable at 30c
Year-round usage	Year-round usage
Differences
Cotton	Wool
Lighter	Heavier
Requires more frequent washing	Is anti-static so doesn’t attract dirt and dust. The overlapping fibres, like overlapping scales, prevent dirt from penetrating the wool. Dirt stays on the top and can be shaken off or lightly vacuumed.
Requires more ironing	Wrinkle resistant
Absorbs moisture	Wicks moisture away from the body
Fibres less robust	Fibres more durable
Plant fibre	Animal fibre
Not fire retardant	Fire retardant
Breathable but not odour resistant	Odour resistant