The ideal fleece blanket is ideal for cuddling on the couch or maintaining the heat in your bed on chilly nights. It is soft and delicate yet steaming warm. On the other hand, a bad fleece blanket can shed everywhere in the house or become a pilly mess after just one wash. Worst case scenario, you might have an allergy to the fleece blanket you purchased.
Materials
The term “fleece” now refers to a wide range of substances and thicknesses. While some businesses (Polartec, ThermaCheck) have registered their fleece materials as trademarks, other businesses refer to their blankets by numbers like 100 or 200. Don’t get bogged down by the lingo; instead, search for these important differences.
Synthetic Fleece
Synthetic fleece, often known as “polar fleece” or “microfleece,” was developed as a lighter substitute for wool. The end result is a fluffy, light blanket that is exceptionally warm. It’s typically less expensive and lighter than cotton fleece as well. There are several fleeces with trademarks on the market, although the materials are typically rather identical. Whether the fleece is “pill resistant” is an important feature to look for.
One downside to fleece is that it can pill. Due to its ability to maintain its original texture even after multiple washes and its resistance to pilling, high-quality fleece is crucial. Fleece blankets of lower quality have a tendency to shed. The fact that synthetic fleeces produce a lot of static, which can draw dust and hair, is another potential drawback. Although polar fleece is often created from petroleum materials, high-quality recycled fleece can be purchased. Follow the drying directions carefully since polar fleece can melt if exposed to high heat.
Cotton Fleece
Cotton fleece is made from the same material as cotton sweatshirts and sweatpants, except it’s sewn so that the soft pile is showing on both sides. Although these blankets are generally more expensive and heavier than polar fleece, they can be just as warm and some people prefer a little heft in their blanket. For people with polyester allergies, cotton fleece is a great alternative to polar fleece because it’s made from natural fibers but is equally soft. It’s also possible to buy an organic cotton fleece blanket. On the downside, cotton fleece will usually shrink when washed, so look for manufacturers that take this into account when sizing their blankets and always follow the washing instructions.
Weight
Check the weight (or thickness) of the fleece blanket before you purchase it to be sure it is appropriate for your environment. Especially with synthetic fleece, the weight of the fleece can significantly affect how warm your new blanket is.
Light
In the world of synthetic fleece, the term “microfleece” can refer to a variety of materials. The lightest (or thinnest) type of polar fleece is typically microfleece. It’s ideal for watching TV or cuddling up by the fire, but it might not be very warm for your bed in the dead of winter. But take care, as some businesses refer to the texture of the cloth as “microfleece.” In this instance, microfleece is a smoother kind of fleece (as opposed to synthetic shearling or Berber pile), but it’s also possible that it’s the most insulating blanket the manufacturer is offering. Always read the item description to see what uses are recommended for the blanket of your choice.
Heavy
It can be challenging to tell which synthetic fleece blankets are thicker than others just by looking at them. This is due to the fact that a polar fleece blanket’s warmth can be significantly affected by a small variation in thickness. Look for fleece blankets with a number in the name or those are intended for extremely chilly nights (like 100 or 200). The step up from microfleece on the synthetic fleece scale is 100, and the next number is 200, which is probably the warmest you’ll see. Again, it all depends on the manufacturer; Polartec typically uses this numbering scheme.
We’d like to introduce Custom Fleece Blankets Collection from Uitee Store. Here are some important features of fleece blankets we offer:
- Luxurious, silky, cozy, ideal for snuggling; Thickness: 0.6 cm
- Full color all over print; Prints edge to edge on one side
- Machine wash separately in cold water; Tumble dry on low heat
- Do not iron or press with heat; Do not dry clean
- Decoration Method: Sublimation