How did thermal clothing come about?

Thermal clothing is not something of recent years. For centuries, people have worn clothing to protect themselves from the cold or heat. Consider, for example, the fur coats of the Eskimos, the woolen coats of the Scots or the silk robes of the Chinese. However, this clothing often had disadvantages: it was heavy, uncomfortable or difficult to wash.

In the 20th century, people began developing synthetic materials that were lighter, more comfortable and easier to maintain than natural materials. This is how, for example, nylon, polyester and lycra were created. These materials were mainly used for sportswear and military clothing. In the 60s and 70s, thermal clothing became popular among mountain climbers and skiers, who were looking for clothing that kept them warm without sweating too much. In the 80s and 90s, thermal clothing was also increasingly worn by other outdoor athletes, such as runners, cyclists and walkers.

Nowadays, thermal clothing has become an indispensable part of many people's wardrobes. Thermal clothing is not only worn by athletes and adventurers, but also by people who simply want to stay warm and comfortable in winter or summer.

What is thermal clothing useful for?

Thermal clothing has different advantages for different situations. Below we mention a few:

• Thermal clothing keeps you warm in winter. By wearing thermal clothing you create a layer of stagnant air between your skin and your clothing. This layer of air acts as an insulator that retains your body heat and protects you from the cold outside air.
• Thermal clothing keeps you cool in the summer. By wearing thermal clothing you ensure that sweat is quickly removed from your skin to the outside air. This prevents you from overheating or from getting your clothes wet and sticky.
• Thermal clothing prevents chafing. By wearing thermal clothing that fits your body well, you prevent your clothing from chafing or irritating your skin. Thermal clothing is often seamless or has flat seams that do not cut into your skin.
• Thermal clothing protects you against UV radiation. By wearing thermal clothing that has a high UV protection factor, you prevent your skin from burning or being damaged by the sun. Thermal clothing made from merino wool or bamboo naturally has a high UV protection factor.
• Thermal clothing is odor resistant. Wearing thermal clothing made from materials that do not retain odors will prevent your clothes from smelling after a long day. Thermal clothing made from merino wool or bamboo has a natural antibacterial effect that prevents odors.

As you can see, thermal clothing is a smart choice for people who want to stay active in the outdoors, but also for people who just want to stay warm and comfortable in winter or summer. At Thermowear you will find a wide range of thermal clothing from different brands, materials and thicknesses. This way you can always find the thermal clothing that best suits you and your activity. Do you have any questions about thermal clothing or would you like personal advice? Please feel free to contact us. We are happy to help you