Woolen spun yarns are closely related to worsted spun yarns. However, with woolen spun yarns, short fibers are also incorporated into the spun in contrary to worsted spun yarn. Furthermore, fibers for woolen spinning do not get aligned like with worsted spinning, making the yarn wilder as well as softer.
PROPERTIES OF WOOLEN SPUNS
Woolen spun yarns have the following properties:
Woolen spun yarns are often used in weaving of blankets, winter coats and other heavy fabrics.
- voluminous
- hairy
- unregular
- low in tenacity
Woolen spun yarns are often used in weaving of blankets, winter coats and other heavy fabrics.