In short, worsted and woolen are two kinds of wool (long fiber and short fiber) with different textile processes, so they have different tactile and visual feelings. There is no grade difference between the two : Only for different purposes
Some main differences between worsted and woolen
Worsted
A specially treated wool will be removed from the surface of the wool fiber by carding during the process of producing worsted yarn, and will be made into a yarn with no pile surface.
[Appearance] The worsted wool is a long fiber after the process of ultra-fine fiber combing and spinning. The surface is smooth and smooth, and the texture is fine and clear. The luster is soft and natural, and the color is pure.
[Touch] Soft, thin and elastic.
[Performance] Cool, high strength; It is not easy to wrinkle after wearing, and can quickly restore the original state; Excellent ventilation; The change is small after washing.
[Application] It is usually the first choice for summer high-grade suit fabric. Top men's suit fabrics are usually worsted wool or worsted blended fabrics.
Woollen
The fabric that retains the curl on the surface of wool fiber and has a layer of fleece on the surface.
[Appearance] The woolen yarn looks woolly, with rough surface, many short fibers, and many prominent knots.
[Touch] It feels softer and more hairy.
[Performance] The fabric is warm and low in strength, because the hole in the middle can hold air and block cold air.
[Application] It is mainly made of autumn and winter coats, jackets and other fabrics, and home textiles are also widely used.
