Difference between flannel and coral fleece

Material and process differences ‌

Flannel:

Raw materials: mainly wool or cotton-wool blends, originated in Britain in the 18th century. ‌‌‌‌

Process: Made through complex processes such as dyeing, shrinking, and napping, the fleece is tight and the surface is smooth. ‌‌‌‌

Coral fleece:

Raw materials: mainly polyester fiber, a new type of synthetic fabric. ‌‌

Process: The coral-like fleece is formed by heating, deformation, and cooling, and the process is relatively simple. ‌‌‌‌

Performance comparison ‌

Feel:

Flannel is more delicate and soft, similar to the touch of baby skin. ‌‌‌‌

Coral fleece is fluffy and light, with a granular feel on the surface.

Warmth:

Flannel has better warmth retention due to its high wool content and density. ‌‌‌‌

Coral fleece is suitable for medium warmth needs and slightly inferior in breathability.

‌Durability‌:

Flannel sheds less but shrinks easily, so it needs to be hand washed at low temperature with a neutral detergent. ‌‌‌‌

Coral fleece sheds easily but is wrinkle-resistant and wear-resistant, so it can be machine washed and air-dried. ‌‌ 

‌Price reference‌:

Due to the high cost of raw materials and process, the price of flannel is usually 1.5-2 times that of coral fleece.