Which blanket is better to choose: camel or sheep?

Each of us is pleased to bask in bed. One of the components of a comfortable pastime is a warm blanket. Now the assortment of such bedding is striking in its diversity. There are samples from bamboo, synthetics, cashmere and other raw materials. The most popular are the options with sheep and camel hair. It is their comparison that we will deal with in this article.

Before drawing conclusions which product of the listed is better, you should first familiarize yourself with the features of each of them.

For the production of camel blankets, the undercoat of young individuals or the wool of adult animals is used.

The fluff of young representatives of artiodactyls is mainly used for the manufacture of baby blankets, since the body of babies is delicate and sensitive.

When choosing camel blankets, it is better to give preference to specimens stuffed with the wool of Mongolian animals, since it is thicker and fluffier than that of camels living in Kazakhstan and China.

Let's list the benefits of camel blankets.

• Since the hairs of the wool have a hollow structure, the blankets are light and airy.

• Wool is difficult to dye. And since various chemicals and dyes are not used in the production process, there is no doubt about the safety of the products.

• Camel wool is considered the most durable of all, so the blanket will serve you for a long period of time.

• The value of camel wool blankets and their medicinal properties. They will provide significant assistance in arthritis, osteochondrosis, rheumatism, improve blood circulation.

• It should also be noted that it has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Sheep hair has been used for the production of blankets for a very long time. In ancient times, they even wrapped premature babies in them and healed them.

Coarse wool is used to create blankets. In the process of combing, it is possible to obtain both coarse hair and an undercoat, known for its airiness.

There are also quite a few advantages of these types of blankets.

• Sheep wool has the appearance of curls, as a result of which the blankets are very elastic, do not lose their shape, and are used for a long time.

• Due to the structure, air remains between the hairs, which prevents the appearance of mites, the accumulation of dust.

• They are characterized by a lot of useful properties: anti-edematous, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic. This is due to the fact that each hair is protected by wool wax called lanolin.

• It is impossible not to mention the anti-static properties of the products.

The blankets in question can be open and closed. In the latter case, it means that the canvas is hidden in a cover, for which only natural materials should be used: cotton or bamboo.

Both sheep and camel blankets share the same valuable property of keeping them dry.

They are equally well able to absorb a significant amount of moisture, while actively evaporating it.

This feature is useful when there are hormonal imbalances or colds.

For children, as you know, who often suffer from acute respiratory viral infections and flu, dry heat is also invaluable, as it helps to heal in a short time, often without taking medications.

Both types of blankets are very warm. They will keep you warm in winter and sweat in summer.

However, when covered with a camel blanket, this process occurs a little faster.

It should also be noted that the sheep blanket not only keeps the heat inside well, but also increases the temperature of the sleeping person's body by 5 degrees.

The thermal performance of any blanket is directly related to its density. You can find out the thermal conductivity of the sheep fleece version by the number of circles on the label. So:

• 1 circle indicates that the blanket is not very warm, that is, it can be used in warm seasons;

• 2-3 circles denote samples with which it is desirable to hide in late autumn, early spring and winter in apartments with working heating;

• 4-5 circles indicate the warmest blankets, they are recommended to be purchased if the climatic conditions are rather harsh.

Manufacturers of camel blankets use similar designations to indicate density:

• 1 point - the thinnest (not less than 160 g / sq. M);

• 2 points - thin (200-220 g / m2);

• 3 points - universal (220-350 g / sq. M);

• 4 points - warm (350-500 g / sq. M);

• 5 points - the warmest (no more than 900 g / sq. M).

Any product based on wool can cause an allergic reaction in a person, blankets in this case are no exception. Therefore, people with a high risk of developing this ailment are better off not buying such things. You can give preference to bamboo blankets or those samples in which the filler is hypoallergenic raw materials of artificial origin.

This is due to the low content of lanolin, which is known to be an irritant to the immune system of allergy sufferers.

In addition, sheep fleece is a favorable environment for the development of dust mites, which, no less than lanolin, contribute to redness, tearing and other signs of allergies.

As for other characteristics, first of all, we note the difference in the cost of products. Blankets made of camel wool have a very high price, for sheep specimens it is 2 times less.

The weight of the types of blankets under consideration is also different. Sheep fleece is characterized by much more mass. People suffering from nervous disorders should definitely pay attention to such products. This is due to the fact that the weight of the blanket gives such a person a sense of psychological security and safety.

Environmental friendliness is also worth mentioning.

As mentioned above, it is not dyed or processed during production.

Studying the issues of care, it is worth taking into account that sheep blankets cannot be washed, since under the influence of hot water the fleece will turn into hard felt, as a result, the product will lose its former lightness and airiness. There will be no sense in using cold water at all, since it will not eliminate any pollution. The only way out in this situation is to contact dry cleaning.

Products based on camel wool can be washed at home, but this must be done with extreme caution:

• in extreme cases (not often);

• without activating the spin function;

• choosing the delicate mode;

• using a soft gel.

With regard to the similarities, it is worth highlighting the following:

• remove static electricity, that is, prevent the penetration of its charges into the body, which negatively affects human immunity and often causes oncology;

• hygroscopicity;

• excellent healing and relaxing properties;

• provide a comfortable sleep, regardless of the ambient temperature;

• long service life - more than 9-10 years.

When choosing and buying a blanket, it is important to determine in advance your preferences and the amount that you are willing to spend on it.

If finances allow, then it is better to purchase a blanket with camel fur, as it is the warmest and most durable. On a tight budget, opt for sheepskin, but remember to wash these bedding very carefully.

For a person sensitive to cold, sheep varieties of the highest density and closed camel varieties are optimal. To activate the healing properties, open blankets are suitable, to achieve a massage effect - prickly ones.

In case of frequent allergic manifestations, give preference to specimens filled with camel fur.

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