Wool Budget & Cost-Per-Wear Calculator
Justify Your Investment in Quality Wool
What This Tool Does
Is expensive wool worth it? This calculator compares the true cost of cheap wool vs quality wool vs synthetics over time. Calculate cost-per-wear, total lifetime value, and environmental impact to make informed purchasing decisions.
How It Works
Enter purchase price, expected wears per year, and estimated lifespan for each fabric type. Instantly see cost-per-wear analysis, total cost comparison, and environmental impact breakdown.
Benefits
Make smarter buying decisions. Justify quality wool investment with real numbers. Understand long-term value vs upfront cost. See environmental benefits quantified.
Compare Three Options
Budget Wool
Quality Wool
Synthetic
Cost-Per-Wear Analysis
Budget Wool
per wear
Quality Wool
per wear
Synthetic
per wear
| Metric | Budget Wool | Quality Wool | Synthetic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial Cost | |||
| Total Wears | |||
| Cost Per Wear | |||
| Replacement Frequency | |||
| 10-Year Cost |
🌍 Environmental Impact Over 10 Years
Based on average use patterns and industry data
Budget Wool
items replaced
items replaced
Quality Wool
Synthetic
items replaced
Key Environmental Facts:
- Wool biodegrades in 3-4 months - returns nutrients to soil
- Polyester takes 200+ years - sheds microplastics every wash
- Quality wool = fewer replacements - less manufacturing impact
- 1 quality item beats 5 cheap items - for both wallet and planet