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What is silk momme? What is the difference in quality of momme silk? 

 

WHAT IS SILK MOMME?

When you consider whether to buy silk products, you may come across a novel term - Momme. So what is Momme? Momme actually originated in Japan and is a local unit for measuring weight.

Momme (mm) is used to measure the density and weight of silk fabrics. For example, if a piece of silk measuring 30.5 meters (100 feet) by 1.1 meters (45 inches) weighs 9.7 kg (22 pounds), the density of the silk fabric is 22 Momme.

Most people know that the quality of cotton sheets is measured by the number of threads. The higher the number of lines, the higher the quality and the more expensive the price. Similarly, the quality of silk products is measured by Momme's weight. The higher the Momme, the better the quality.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE IN QUALITY OF MOMME SILK?

The most common Momme range is 12 Momme - 22 Momme. 22 Momme's quality is higher, and the product's life expectancy is longer. Moreover, the more durable the weave, and the more opaque the silk will become.

19 momme or lower silk is considered lightweight and is usually used to make delicate, light items, such as light-colored tops or scarves.


22 Momme's silk is nearly 20% more per square meter than 19 Momme's silk. This denser weaving preserves the luster of silk and enhances durability. No matter which grade of silk products you choose, natural hypoallergenic silk products will provide you with health benefits, beauty, and sophistication.

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