NZ Guide To Buying A Silk Pillowcase
What to look for when buying a mulberry silk pillowcase:
Not all silk is made the same! Make sure you read our hot tips on buying a silk pillowcase so you know what to look for.
There is often confusion between satin and silk. Satin is actually a type of weave, typically made using polyester material.
Mulberry Silk pillowcases are also created using various quality and thicknesses. Lower quality often contain less silk and are therefore less durable.
Type of Silk?
Look for a silk pillowcase made from 100% mulberry silk. Mulberry Silk is a natural fibre created by silkworms (Bombyx mori) who feed only on mulberry tree leaves. The silk they spin their cocoons into is then used to produce silk products. Mulberry Silk is regarded as the best silk you can buy for bedding and clothing. Find out about the difference between silk and satin.
How much silk are you getting?
Momme (mm) is used to measure density of silk fabrics and provide understanding of the quality in a silk fabric. Silk is an incredibly fine thread and therefore using thread counts would give an extremely high measure, compared to other materials such as cotton. Momme weight describes the weight of 100 yards of silk and 45 inches wide in pounds. So, if a fabric is listed as 22mm in momme weight, then that 100 yards of fabric weighs 22 pounds.
19 Momme:
A great entry-level option for Kiwi shoppers. You’ll still enjoy all the key benefits of genuine silk, with a lighter feel and slightly less durability than higher momme weights.
22 Momme:
The most popular choice for premium silk bedding in NZ. This weight offers the ideal balance of strength, softness, and that signature silky sheen—perfect for everyday luxury pillowcases.
25 Momme:
Our premium heavyweight silk. Extra dense and incredibly durable, it delivers a rich, ultra-luxurious feel designed to last for years. The top choice if you want the very best in long-lasting silk quality.
When shopping for silk pillowcases in NZ you’ll want to get something at least 22momme so it can withstand daily use and regular washing. Make sure you alway check the momme before buying a silk pillowcase. If its not listed, we don't recommend buying.
Quality Grades of Mulberry Silk
Silk is generally graded on an A, B, and C scale, with A referencing the highest quality. Grade A silk has long strands, contains almost no impurities and has an ivory white colour with a healthy sheen to it. Silk grades are also further differentiated by number eg 2A, 3A, 4A, 5A and 6A. Grade 3A are commonly used as filling in comforters and pillows. The finest quality Silk is the 6A grade which is the most expensive to produce and buy.
Monday Silks use the highest grade 6A for their silk pillowcases and sheets. If a silk pillowcase product doesn't mention the silk quality grade, it's highly likely it is made with a lower grade silk.
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