---
type: "fabric"
name: "Microfleece"
slug: "microfleece"
fabric_family: "pile_napped"
construction: "pile(cut)"
subtype: "pile(cut)"
typical_fibers:
  - "Polyester"
weight_gsm: "150–300 g/m²"
price_tier: 2
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/microfleece"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:18:05.818541+00:00"
---

# Microfleece

Microfleece is a lightweight, soft, and warm fabric made from polyester fibers, featuring a napped surface that provides excellent insulation and comfort.

- **Fabric Family**: Pile Napped
- **Construction**: Pile Cut
- **Subtype**: pile(cut)
- **Typical Fibers**: Polyester
- **Weight**: 150–300 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.5–1.5 mm
- **Typical Width**: 150 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$ (2 of 5)

## About Microfleece

Microfleece is a type of pile fabric constructed from polyester, characterized by its soft, plush surface created through a cut pile technique. The fabric is known for its lightweight nature, making it an ideal choice for layering in cold weather apparel. Microfleece is breathable, moisture-wicking, and quick-drying, which enhances its performance in active wear and outdoor clothing. Its soft texture and warmth make it suitable for a variety of applications, including jackets, blankets, and loungewear.

## Knit Properties

- **Wales per Inch**: 8
- **Courses per Inch**: 12
- **Knit Gauge**: 12G

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 10%
- **Weft Stretch**: 15%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 1000 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 80
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.5
- **UPF Rating**: 30

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Matte
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: soft, plush
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Lightweight
- Quick Drying
- Breathable
- Insulating

## Common Finishes

- Anti Pill
- Moisture Wicking
- DWR Durable Water Repellent

## Common Applications

- Jackets
- Activewear
- Blankets
- Loungewear
- Sleepwear

## Common Uses in Detail

### Jackets & Layering

Its lightweight warmth and breathability make it ideal for mid-layer jackets and pullovers. The soft napped surface traps body heat efficiently without adding bulk, keeping wearers comfortable during outdoor activities or casual everyday wear.

### Sleepwear & Loungewear

The [Plush](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/plush), gentle texture sits comfortably against bare skin, making it a popular choice for pajamas, robes, and lounge pants. Its moisture-wicking properties help regulate body temperature through the night, promoting restful, cozy sleep.

### Blankets & Throws

Prized in home textiles for its exceptional softness and insulating properties, it is widely used in blankets and throws. The cut pile surface feels luxuriously cozy, and the [Polyester](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/polyester) construction ensures easy machine washing and long-lasting durability.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash cold with like colors. Do not bleach. Tumble dry low or hang dry. Iron on low if necessary.

- Machine Wash
- Do Not Bleach
- Tumble Dry Low
- Iron Low

## Additional Information

Microfleece is often used in outdoor apparel due to its excellent warmth-to-weight ratio and is popular in both fashion and functional garments.

- **Regional Names**: fleece, microfleece
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, India, Taiwan
- **Testing Standards**: Pilling (ASTM D4970), Colorfastness to washing (AATCC 61), Tear strength (ASTM D2261)

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Polyester](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/polyester.md)

## Similar Fabrics

- [Cuddle Fleece](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/cuddle-fleece.md) — Pile Napped
- [Flannelette](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/flannelette.md) — Pile Napped
- [Polar Fleece](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/polar-fleece.md) — Pile Napped
- [Baize](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/baize.md) — Pile Napped
- [Berber Fleece](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/berber-fleece.md) — Pile Napped

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