How come the label says filled with Virgin Wool? Is that the same as Merino wool?
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Merino refers to the kind of sheep the wool comes from. Virgin wool refers to the fact that the wool is from the first shearing of the sheep, and has not been spun, processed or used before, it's literally virgin wool. This bedpad is organic, which means it also is not processed with toxic synthetic chemicals either. Also, the wool filling makes the bedpad breathe. It's warm and cozy in winter and cooler in the summer because it's a natural fiber filling. This bedpad is remarkably comfortable, I love it, even though that's not what you asked. Hope this is helpful!
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Virgin wool is simply wool that has not been used before, except by the sheep. Merino wool is from a certain breed of sheep and is regarded by many to be the softest and finest wool of any sheep breed.
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Soaps and natural enzymes are used to process wool and covering is organic. No Toxins.
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I purchased one of these comforters and love it. I don't know how you'd really know the actual fiber content - isn't this the same issue anytime you purchase anything? That it's tagged 100% wool, and from a country with a similar economic status to ours is a good sign. What I can say is that if it did have synthetic materials, I think I'd notice because I am highly sensitive to products that don't "breathe" - I sweat under polyester, for instance, so don't wear it. This comforter is excellent.
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No itches here my dear...I cannot wear wool either but this is the fine yarn and it works great! I have my good witch ones on as we text. I wear them all year long unless it is extremely warm. Hope you try them. I've got five pair.
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It's a winter weight blanket. Since it's wool it's heavier than the cotton or microfiber ones by far. I had a Hudson Bay as a child and bought this one because I missed having a nice winter blanket.
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It says not washable/spot cleaning only, sunning and airing are good way to care this product. It is 100% merino wool so it will shrink if you wash it. It also said not recommend dry cleaning because of use of chemicals. Hope it help you.
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I'm not sure where it's from. I bought it well over a year ago. I will say that it's good quality wool. I use it mostly for the base of my sculptures then add the color and detail after I get it nicely shaped with the white. See my sculptures at itsartbygolly.com
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I do not think there is any real wool, but it surely looks and feels like it. I am going to take them to Lapland (- 30 degrees Celsius) in two weeks I will
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Hi there, yes the wool fill keeps it's shape and it's not shifting. I was amazed to notice how comfortable this feels. Not too hot in end summer or early fall season but warm enough in winter. Recommended.
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I'm not sure. I just removed part of the bamboo cover and examined my mattress. There is a thin, gauzy, stretchy bag like cover over the entire foam mattress. Inside this cover/bag, there is 2 inches of blue/green gel infused foam and another 9 inches or so of dense foam. Everything is then inside the bamboo cover, which has a soft quilted top and sides. To me, this cover/bag does not appear to be wool, but it may be. I've just never encountered wool in this form.
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It is itchy. It's wool. Kept me warm in a deer stand with 9* windchill though. Heavy but warm. If you don't want itchy, find alpaca wool. Hard to find on Internet.
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No, it is not wool. I checked the tag and it's a polyester fiber. The kittens don't play with it too much. They prefer a crumbled piece of paper!
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I agree with the other respondents, the bottle says it is derived from sheep's wool. It is secreted form the skin of the sheep and becomes trapped in the wool. thus giving protections from moisture and rain!
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I think if you go to a specialty bedding store they could inform you why certain wool products cost more than others...for instance-this comforter doesn't really come with any assurance its from a specific breed or region (other than Australia) or sustainably or organically raised... so maybe with other comforters, those assurances drive the cost up. I just paid 385 for a 4" thick wool mattress pad from oregon from sustainably raised, organic oregon sheep. Its great too. This comforter really is a fantastic buy-it really is a good quality and so much better than down! I think you could easily spend more for something that performs the same-but why do that? I think if you go to a specialty bedding store they could inform you why certain wool products cost more than others...for instance-this comforter doesn't really come with any assurance its from a specific breed or region (other than Australia) or sustainably or organically raised... so maybe with other comforters, those assurances drive the cost up. I just paid 385 for a 4" thick wool mattress pad from oregon from sustainably raised, organic oregon sheep. Its great too. This comforter really is a fantastic buy-it really is a good quality and so much better than down! I think you could... » Read More I think if you go to a specialty bedding store they could inform you why certain wool products cost more than others...for instance-this comforter doesn't really come with any assurance its from a specific breed or region (other than Australia) or sustainably or organically raised... so maybe with other comforters, those assurances drive the cost up. I just paid 385 for a 4" thick wool mattress pad from oregon from sustainably raised, organic oregon sheep. Its great too. This comforter really is a fantastic buy-it really is a good quality and so much better than down! I think you could easily spend more for something that performs the same-but why do that? « Show Less
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Here's the information you requested: 80% merino wool/19% nylon/1% elastic. By the way, I got his information from REI.
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It's a compressed bundle of wool that's a little larger than a tennis ball. Which reminds me -- if you have a dog, make sure you keep them away from your dog. My mom's dog tore one of hers apart when he found it.
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It would appear to be there is no difference. Both look like the one I own. The blanket is of the best grade and quality I have ever seen, well worth the cost. It is 100% Wool, and 100% Quality. Will Keep you warm better than any blanket you own. Thanks.