What does 1200D mean in horse blankets?
When choosing a turnout blanket, the most common types of deniers you will see are: 600D (medium), 1200D (heavy) or 1680D (very heavy.) The higher the denier number, the thicker the weave, and the stronger the material in general.
What weight blanket does my horse need?
Selecting the Proper Weight and Denier
| Temperature |
Horse with Natural Coat |
| 40° - 50° |
Light Blanket (100g) |
| 30° - 40° |
Light/Medium Blanket (150g - 250g) |
| 20° - 30° |
Medium/Heavy Blanket (200g - 300g) |
| Below 20° |
Extra Heavy (300g - 400g) |
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What size blanket does a 15 hand horse wear?
Fitting a Horse Blanket: Here's how to get the perfect fit.
| Horse Size (In Hands) |
Blanket Size |
| 14 1/2 -15 1/2 |
72” |
| 15 12 – 16 |
74” |
| 16 – 16 1/2 |
76” |
| 16 1/2 – 17 1/2 |
78”- 80” |
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