Difference Between Woolens and Worsteds Yarn

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Difference Between Woolens and Worsteds Yarn

Woolen and worsted are two different classifications of wool fabrics and yarn. The table below lists some of their properties:

Difference Between Woolens and Worsteds Yarn

Woolens

Worsteds

Processing

Spun from wool fibres of:

· Length : spun from short fibres of 1-3”

· Diameter: medium or coarse

The fibres are washed, scoured and carded.

Processing

Spun from wool fibres of:

· Length : longer than 3”

· Diameter: fine diameter

Fibres are washed, scoured, carded, combed and drawn

Yarn

· Bulky

· Uneven

· Low to medium slack twist

· Tensile strength lower than worsted

Yarn

· Fine

· Smooth

· Even

· Tighter twist

· Higher tensile strength

Fabric Appearance

· Soft

· Fuzzy

· Heavier weight

Fabric Appearance

· Crisp

· Smooth

· Lighter weight

Characteristics

· Insulator due to trapped air

· Does not hold a crease well

· Less durable than worsted

Characteristics

· Less insulator

· Holds creases and shape

· More durable than woollens

Uses

· Sweater

· Carpets

· Tweeds

Uses

· Suits

· Dresses

· Gabardines

· Crepes

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