Smart Merino Fact-Check, Merino Wool, NZ Made Merino Wool Myths Debunked: Itchy, Hot, Hand-Wash Only? Not Anymore. By Smart Merino NZ on May 9, 2026 0 comment The ten most common merino wool myths, fact-checked — from "all wool is itchy" to "you can only hand-wash it". What is actually true and what is outdated. Continue Reading