Wool has many benefits:
In this way, wool is a wonderful temperature-regulator, slowing down the effects of changes of temperature and helping prevent sweatiness by absorbing moisture and releasing it in response to the environment. This makes it a wonderful fabric for socks and tights for the whole family, as well as for athletes, cyclists, skiers and mountain-climbers. It's naturally high-tec and can't be beaten by synthetics!
Find out more about the properties of wool in our blog.
Dilute your wool detergent in cool water (max 30oc which will feel luke-warm) in a bowl. For heavily-soiled areas, use a little gall soap on your woollens first, testing on an inconspicuous area first.
Add your woollens to the bowl, gently stirring and squeezing the detergent through. Rinse using water at the same temperature, otherwise your wool will be subjected to "shock" and might felt up.
To dry, gently squeeze water out and wrap your wool clothes in a towel to remove the excess water.
Air-dry naturally avoiding direct heat. So, hanging on a drying rack over the bath is good, or on a clothes horse, or flat on a dry terry towel.
Re-shape while damp.
Hirsch Natur is a family business which was established in 1928 by Franz Kloppenborg, a restaurant owner who diversified into making work socks. The first machine were set up in the restaurant’s ballroom! The company is currently run by his great-grandson Matthias.While they made sturdy working socks at first, Hirsch Natur were pioneers of organic textiles. Their factory is certified to Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS) and has received the “IVN-Best” certification. They produce 50% of their own energy sustainably through solar panels too. Enjoy the great design, natural fabrics and comfortable, healthy feel of socks and tights developed with care and expertise over generations.
"I bought these as a present for my girlfriend to use when she's over at mine. She loves them! My son and I have also worn then on occasion and have found them super warm and comfy."
This was washed... not needed washing yet
This was worn by... My girlfriend, my son and myself!
Sizing: Feels true to size
I'd recommend this to a friend.
"No"
This was washed... had to be careful
"These socks actually fit my husband instead of being too small. They are warm and comfortable. Very happy!"
This was worn by... My husband.
"Great grip on wooden floors and very warm. Unfortunately my son found them itchy but then he’s got a problem with anything but pure cotton."
This was worn by... Son
Sizing: A little generous
"Brilliant cosy slipper socks"
This was worn by... Me
"I wanted the socks to wear on a limestone floor to keep my feet warm. They're lovely and cosy but despite this I could still feel the cold of the floor. But I think that's more the fact that my hands and feet are always cold and not the socks!"
Product 63/67