Blankets & Throws
At Matarranz, we offer a carefully curated selection of blankets and throws in the finest natural fibres: merino wool, cashmere, alpaca, mohair and linen. Each piece is chosen for the exceptional quality of its materials, its beautifully soft feel and its ability to bring warmth, texture and understated elegance to a sofa, armchair or bed. A collection created for discerning homes where quality and style are paramount, drawing on Matarranz’s expertise since 1911.
Blankets & Throws
Blankets and throws in merino wool, cashmere, alpaca, mohair and linen. Warmth, texture and elegance for the sofa or the bedroom.
At Matarranz, every piece is chosen for the nobility of its fibre and its intrinsic quality, always with the closest attention to detail in its making. These blankets and throws are part of a selection that has spent more than a century bringing materials with real feel, durability and visual character into the home. They are not seasonal pieces: they are pieces made to last.
Blankets and Throws: Function, Use and Differences
The terms blanket and throw are often used interchangeably, but they are not quite the same thing. A throw is generally a lighter, more versatile piece, designed for the sofa, an armchair or the foot of the bed, with a role that is sometimes more decorative than functional.
A blanket can have a heavier weight, a larger size and a more pronounced thermal function, although in noble fibres such as cashmere or alpaca, lightness is part of the piece’s value.
In practice, the choice depends on the use, the material and the feel you are looking for. A linen throw over the arm of the sofa in summer and a merino wool blanket on the bed in winter answer different needs that these same qualities meet effectively.
Sofa Throws and Blankets: Size, Texture and Warmth
The sofa throw is both a functional and a decorative piece. Folded over the arm or the back of the sofa, it adds texture and visual warmth to the living room without taking up space. Spread over your legs on cold nights, it performs its warming role with the feel that is unique to each quality.
Sofa blankets in merino wool or alpaca offer effective thermoregulation and a feel that improves with use. Mohair is the visually lightest option, with volume and a natural sheen. Linen, in the mid-season, adds freshness and a natural drape. Cashmere sofa blankets are the first choice when feel is a fundamental requirement.
Size is one of the first things to consider. For armchairs and reading corners, the more compact pieces — between 130 and 150 cm — are the easiest to handle. For large sofas or shared use, larger formats allow greater coverage and a more generous drop over the sides.
Bed Blankets: Warmth and Decoration in the Bedroom
In the bedroom, the blanket adds a layer of warmth over the duvet or duvet cover in the colder months, and brings texture and visual character to the bed, whether folded at the foot or spread over the bedspread.
Bed throws folded at the foot of the bed are one of the most common touches in five-star hotel bedrooms and in high-end interior design projects. A cashmere or merino wool piece adds presence to the set without the need for any further elements.
For hotel or interior design projects that need consistency across rooms, the Matarranz team can advise on selection. More information is available in our contract textiles section.
Blankets and Throws in Noble Materials: Merino Wool, Cashmere, Alpaca, Mohair and Linen
The material determines the feel, warmth, weight and care required for the piece. At Matarranz, we work exclusively with the noblest natural fibres:
Merino Wool
The reference fibre for blankets and throws in everyday use. The fineness of merino wool produces a piece that is soft to the touch, without the itch associated with conventional wool. It regulates body temperature, keeping you warm in winter and breathing well in the mid-season. It is a highly versatile, highly durable piece.
Cashmere
The softest fibre used in blankets and throws. Cashmere combines an exceptional feel with superior warmth. It is a piece to enjoy every day and keep for many years.
Alpaca
Intense warmth with very little weight. Alpaca is naturally hypoallergenic (free from lanolin) and particularly suitable for sensitive skin. Its fibre is more resistant than cashmere and requires less care, making it well suited to regular use on the sofa or the bed.
Mohair
The lightest and most visually striking fibre in our collection. Mohair makes it possible to create blankets and throws with volume, a natural sheen and a very distinctive feel. It provides effective warmth without any sense of weight. It is the preferred choice when appearance matters as much as comfort.
Linen
Cool, breathable and with a natural drape. Linen is the most suitable fibre for mid-season throws or for spaces with controlled temperatures. Its texture improves with use. It pairs perfectly with cotton and linen bed linen.
How to Choose the Right Blanket or Throw
The choice depends on the use, the season, the level of warmth you need and the decorative approach of the space:
- For the sofa in winter: merino wool or alpaca in a medium weight. Effective warmth, a pleasant feel against the skin.
- For the sofa in the mid-season: linen or lightweight merino wool. Freshness and a natural drape without generating heat.
- For an armchair or reading: mohair or cashmere. Maximum lightness with real warmth.
- For the bed in winter: merino wool or alpaca in a heavier weight. An extra layer over the duvet for the coldest nights.
- For a decorative throw at the foot of the bed: cashmere or mohair. Visual presence and a feel that justify the piece even when the temperature does not call for it.
- For interior design or hospitality projects: merino wool or alpaca, for their durability and resistance to continuous use.
Colours, Fringes and Textures to Dress Your Home with Style
At Matarranz, we work with natural tones, timeless designs and artisan finishes. Checks, herringbone and stripes are the most common patterns in merino wool and virgin wool. Plain throws in neutral tones such as camel, tan or pearl grey fit into any composition without competing with the rest of the space, and reflect an understated, timeless style.
Fringing is the most common finish on wool and cashmere pieces: it reinforces the artisan character of the piece and contributes to its natural drape. Mohair, thanks to its distinctive texture, does not need additional finishes to have character.
For bedrooms and living rooms with bed linen or upholstery in neutral tones, the contrast of a blanket with a visible texture — such as herringbone, checks or knit — adds depth without breaking the coherence of the whole. Combined with cushions in the same palette or in coordinated materials, the blanket completes the composition of the sofa or the headboard.
How to Care for Blankets and Throws in Noble Materials
- Merino wool: hand wash or machine wash on a wool cycle at 30°C maximum. Dry flat. Do not wring or spin.
- Cashmere: hand wash in cold water with a specific detergent. Store folded with natural cedar to protect against moths.
- Alpaca: hand wash or machine wash on a delicate cycle at 30°C maximum. More resistant than cashmere. Dry flat.
- Mohair: dry clean only.
- Linen: wash at 30°C maximum on a delicate cycle. Its feel improves with every wash.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a blanket and a throw?
A throw is generally a lighter, more versatile piece, intended mainly for the sofa, an armchair or the foot of the bed, with a role that is as decorative as it is functional. A blanket can have a heavier weight, a larger size and a more intense level of warmth.
Which throw should I choose for the sofa?
For the sofa in winter, merino wool and alpaca offer the best balance of warmth and soft feel. Mohair is the visually lightest option. For the mid-season, linen adds freshness and a natural drape. The most common size for a sofa throw is between 130 and 150 cm wide, though a larger format allows greater coverage for bigger sofas. Feel is the main consideration when the throw is used daily, not just for decoration but also for warmth.
Are Matarranz blankets and throws suitable for hospitality or interior design projects?
Yes. We work with interior design studios and hotel projects that require blankets and throws in noble fibres, with consistency between pieces and the ability to reorder without variation. For professional projects, the Matarranz team advises on selecting materials and sizes. More information is available in our professional textile solutions section.
A Selection Built on Real Knowledge of Home Textiles
Every Matarranz blanket and throw has been selected for the nobility of its fibre, the quality of its weave, its durability and its coherence with the rest of the collection. This is not a wide catalogue: it is a precise selection, made for homes and projects that value textiles for what they deliver over the long term.
You can complete the bedroom with our bed blankets, or explore all our bed linen in select qualities. For projects or personalised enquiries, please contact our team.
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