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Poll: What's your favourite among Cotton, Nylon, Silk and Wool ?

Silk

Wool & Silk Reversible Men's Scarf $158 Enjoy the warmth of wool and silk in this luxurious reversible scarf with wool and silk sides. Signature envelope included. Made in Italy.

Wool and Silk Men's Scarf $135 Large paisley in vivid color accentuates dark sumptuous silk for a cozy modern look with a versatile solid wool back. Signature envelope included. Made in Italy.

Silk Road Wool Hand Tufted Rug $132 Silk Road Wool Hand Tufted Rug

Wigwam Merino Wool Silk Hiker $15.95 Wigwam Merino Wool Silk HikerThe Wigwam F2337 Merino Wool Silk Sock, is a fine grade of wool derived from merino sheep. Merino wool differs from classic wool by providing a luxurious softness and comfort due to the fine diameter of Merino fibers used. Merino wool does not itch and is shrink-treated so that it will hold its same shape and size after machine washing. The F2337 is made of 65% Merino Wool, 20% Stretch Nylon, 10% Silk, and 5% Spandex.Features:Merino Wool; Fine Grade Of Wool Same Characteristics Of Classic Wool: Insulation, Wicking Ability, Quick Drying Time, Resistance To Wrinkling, And Incredible Durability Fine Diameter Merino Fibers Provide Luxurious Comfort And Softness No Itching And No Shrinking

Floral Wool and Silk Men's Scarf $135 An ornamental floral design in contrasting colors add a touch of modern flair to the silk side of the Forzieri reversible scarf. The solid wool side in the same color as the band that borders its silk half gives extra warmth and cozy versatility. Signature envelope included. Made in Italy.

Silk & Wool Fringed Long Scarf $115 Soft and warm silk/wool blend offers the perfect backdrop for the subtle textured effect in tone on tone blues. A signature band along the length of the scarf accentuates the design. Made in Italy.

Herringbone Pattern Wool & Silk Tie $59 Secret 50% OFF Special, not accessible from our public site. Use code: PLATINUMCODE. Limited time only. This wool/silk blend adds the perfect touch of warmth to a cold day. The herringbone pattern is stately and appropriate for any business occasion. Signature envelope included. Made in Italy

Flower Pattern Wool & Silk Tie $59 Secret 50% OFF Special, not accessible from our public site. Use code: PLATINUMCODE. Limited time only. Flowers and dots add a bright, cheerful attitude, adding light to the warmth of this wool/silk blend tie. Signature envelope included. Made in Italy.

Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 50% Wool and 50% Silk $675 Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 50% Wool and 50% Silk

Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 39% Cotton , 45% Wool, 16% Silk $450 Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 39% Cotton , 45% Wool, 16% Silk

Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 94% Wool and 6% Silk $675 Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 94% Wool and 6% Silk

Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 72% Wool, 14% Silk, 14% Viscose $675 Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 72% Wool, 14% Silk, 14% Viscose

Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 42% Wool, 40% Silk and 8% Viscose $675 Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 42% Wool, 40% Silk and 8% Viscose

Kenzo! Made in Italy Nice Scarf Made of 80% Wool and 20% Silk $522 Kenzo! Made in Italy Nice Scarf Made of 80% Wool and 20% Silk

Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 80% Wool and 20% Silk $522 Kenzo! Nice Scarf Made of 80% Wool and 20% Silk

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Wool Area Rugs Have Many Benefits Over the Latter

Lots of people are entirely unaware of the many great benefits there are to owning a wool area rug versus a synthetic area rug. One of the biggest selling points about wool is that it is an entirely all-natural material that is shorn from sheep each year and is naturally reoccurring. So you are not going to be negatively impacting the environment by purchasing wool mediums. Another positive is that wool is a very strong and durable material, so you can rest assured that your area rug will stand the test of time for years to come, maintaining its value and good looks.

Wool versus Synthetics

Synthetics materials are not all that bad. However there are some drawbacks to them. For example, synthetic silks tend to not be as durable as wool and some people may have allergies to them. Another point to make is that wool, unlike synthetics, does not have to be manufactured in a plant. Rather it comes from wool farms where sheep are raised for one purpose, to sheer their lush and thick, naturally growing wool and use it as a medium for many different things. Unlike the many synthetics that may have industrial grade curing agents in them or dyes, wool is as close to nature as you can get with an area rug medium.

Wool shag versus Silk and Rayon Shag

When it comes to shag carpeting, wool is the king. In fact, most shag carpets of the past were made from wool exclusively. It has not been until recent years that synthetics started to really dominate the shag rug business. Similarly, the claims are that wool rugs shed more. However, wool, unlike synthetics, is more versatile, has more options when it comes to the style of the shag and the soft piles and the weaving patterns. And, wool is not going to deteriorate as quickly, making it the ideal alternative to a synthetic shag area rug.

Benefits of Wool

There are many benefits to owning a wool rug. For one, they are naturally hypoallergenic, so you don't have to worry about allergies. Wool will also naturally clean and purify the air in your home, which is another added benefit. And finally, wool will not promote the growth nor harbor dust mites and or bacteria. So if you are looking for a way to enjoy an all-natural and environmentally-friendly area rug that offers you the best value hands down for your investment, then you really should look to wool.

What is the best type of Wool?

Generally wool can come from any place in the world that has sheep. However, premium area rug importers tend to favor New Zealand wool because it has a softer, thicker nature. There are only minute differences between different types of wool from around the world and you will notice a decent price gap between imported wools and domestic wools. Keep in mind that wool does not necessarily have to be imported just to be of higher quality. However, generally you will find that the imported wools are spun thicker and have a more supple texture to them.

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