The properties of woollen clothes

Wool seems like such a simple material that few would doubt the sense in using it in clothing. The ease with which it can be extracted from an animal was undoubtedly at the core of its early use.

We know that wool has been used in clothing manufacture for many centuries. Indeed, some regions of the Roman Empire gained great fame and wealth based on the wool trade.

The Romans were aware that different breeds of sheep could produce different qualities of wool. Today, the material remains important in the manufacture of clothing.

So why has it retained such popularity through the ages?

Once we take a closer look at wool, we soon see that it has some quite remarkable qualities. Once of which is its flexibility.

The natural characteristics of wool insure that it has a springy nature, constantly able to regain its original shape. This flexibility also helps to maintain the clothing, stopping items from being easily damaged.

It is also, of course, wonderful for maintaining warmth. This property is absolutely central to its natural occurrence. It is what helps to keep an animal warm and has the same properties when made into clothing.

A further characteristic and one which is often overlooked, is the ease with which the material can be dyed. This was undoubtedly important in the Roman era, allowing people to express themselves with their clothing.

Today, it remains central to the appeal of woollen clothing. It's little wonder that so many of us choose to wear clothes made of this incredible natural fabric.

Next time you choose a garment made of wool, take a closer look!