Wool Facts

I found this information on a card given by the American Wool Council at the Kentucky Sheep & Fiber Festival. I thought it gave some pretty beneficial information and facts on wool and how to care for your wool fabrics, so I thought I would share this with you.

We love our wool around here.

Why use wool?

American Wool- a renewable, natural fiber
Biodegradable- eco-friendly product.
Color fast- retains its deep, rich color without fading
Drapes beautifully- sturdy for lasting value
Durable- resists snagging and pilling
Easy care- keeps from soiling
Flame resistant- naturally defends against fire
Moisture absorbing- wicks and moves moisture away from the body to be evaporated
Multi-season- insulates and breathes for comfort.
Odor reducing- bacteria not attracted to fiber
Resilient- retains shape, resists wrinkling and stretches with the wearer.
Sustainable- offers a 'green' fabric option
Water repellant- hydrophobic surface repels liquid.

Spot Removal for Wool Fabrics

Alcohol or food: Place towel under area. Gently rub carbonated water toward center of the spot.

Blood: Pat with a damp sponge to remove excess. Then dab very gently with undiluted vinegar followed by cold water.

Butter & Grease: Gently sponge with dry-cleaning fluid.

Chewing Gum: Scrape off excess gum then sponge with dry-cleaning fluid.

Chocolate: Sponge with cold soapy water.

Coffee or Tea: Sponge with glycerin. If none available. use cold water.

Egg: Scrape off excess then sponge with cold soapy water.

Grass: Soap very carefully using a mild bar soap or flakes, or dab gently with a cloth soaked in methylated spirits.

Ink: Immerse in cold water.

Lipstick: Can often be removed by rubbing white bread over stain with a firm gentle motion.

Make-up or shoe polish: Rub gently with a cloth soaked in dry-cleaning fluid. Rinse with mild soapy water.

Motor oil or tar: Sponge with dry-cleaning fluid.

Mud: Allow to dry and then brush off excess mud. Sponge from back with cold soapy water.

Red wine: Immerse in cold water.