Wool

For us, wool is an important material for winter. Our commitment to using only natural materials requires acceptance of this animal product. Wool can only be replaced by technical fabrics made from unnatural resources. We use this valuable resource only sparingly and, through our standards, ensure the sustainable treatment of the animals from which our wool comes. Therefore, we only use organic wool . The majority of our wool is also GOTS certified .

KbT stands for controlled organic livestock farming. As with organic cotton, controlled organic livestock farming primarily means the elimination of chemicals throughout the entire production cycle. This means that no pesticides are used on the sheep or on the pastures on which the sheep graze. The animals' resistance to parasite infestation is achieved through the cycle of healthy soil and healthy animals. This eliminates the need for preventative chemical pest control. Organic farming also includes species -appropriate animal husbandry and feeding, as well as the avoidance of fattening aids . Another important point is that the painful mulesing process is avoided. In order to prevent fly strike, large pieces of skin and meat are often removed from the thighs and tails of young Merino lambs without anesthesia.

 

Advantages: Wool warms the body yet is breathable. It retains moisture without feeling wet . Furthermore, due to its natural fiber structure , wool is dirt-repellent and neutralizes odors. Should it still smell, a quick airing is usually enough to dispel the odor. This also makes wool water-saving. Ironing is often unnecessary.
 
Disadvantages : Wool is an animal product, making its use dependent on animal husbandry. Organic wool is very expensive and subject to natural properties. Therefore, pilling is almost impossible to prevent without the use of chemicals .