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The Sherpa type of fleece is known to be fluffy and most people equate fluffy with being soft. That is not always the case but this type of fleece is still soft. In some people’s minds, Sherpa fleece may be the softest of all the fleece types.

This section is for those who do not know much about fleece material. This material was invented in about 1981 by a company called Malden Mills. There were no natural fibers used in the beginning and basically, fleece has been made from polyester from the start. Lycra spandex fleece - this is what could be called stretchy fleece. It is made of cotton with Lycra fibers thrown in to make sure the material stretches when you need it to. That modification means that you will be extra warm on those cold nights. The power of fleece and Sherpa combine together to provide you with great insulation, even if you spill a little hot chocolate on it. French terry fleece - this is the unbrushed version of this material. That means it is flatter and does not have a fluffy nap to it. The best season to wear this material is summer but it works well for layering. Now that you understand microfleece a little better, you should be able to understand that premium fleece is an upgrade over this material.

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Both materials are made from the same base ingredients, polyester, but the processing is a bit different so you get two different textures, look, and insulating powers. In addition, both materials are easy to clean. Also, the material was named after the famous Sherpa guides in Nepal who lead many foreigners up the steep and high Himalaya mountains. There are two sides to this fleece type, the smooth exterior is normally a knit shell while the fluffy interior soft and bumpy to resemble real fleece from real sheep. This style of fleece is made from synthetic products, 100% polyester, This construction material keeps the fabric soft as well as lightweight. Plus, it makes sure that when you use it for coat lining, baby blankets, etc., you and your family members stay nice and warm without weighing them down. Then Sherpa fleece may have a little stretch to it but not as much as the type made with Lycra fibers. The Lycra is added to some fleece materials to make sure you have an inexpensive fabric that stretches well. Some say it is twice as insulating as wool and 4 times as insulating as cotton, even when wet. Then it took 13 years for the company to master how to make fleece from recycled plastic. In one way this material is good for the environment and helps keep plastic from hitting the landfills or entering the oceans.

The choice boils down to how much you want to spend and how you want to look. Both fabrics are good, warm, and look nice. The Different Types ofFleece The interesting fact about the latter of these two blankets is that the fleece option can be a different fleece type without using any Sherpa fleece for a lining or added warmth. Then it can use Sherpa fleece to make sure you stay very warm. Polyester fleece - repels moisture better than cotton fleece does but its exterior has a polyester sheen to its look. This option is also smooth on the outside and plush on the inside. Microfleece- double - sided, thin, soft, and insulates well. It is the preferred fleece for performers as it is lightweight and keeps them drier.

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Cotton or cotton-poly fleece - made from cotton or a blended material and generally used for athletic wear. it has a smooth exterior with a plush interior nap. That is one of the big differences between these two types of materials. The regular fleece blankets can keep you warm but not as warm as the Sherpa blanket. Both will be nice and soft, especially any fleece blanket made from cotton.