--- title: "Polyester Wadding (Padding) | Fabric Guide | Mr Balaclava" description: "Sheets of polyester fibre quilted or stitched into ski jackets, pants and suits for warmth. It keeps much of its warmth when damp, dries quickly and is…" url: https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-wadding/ language: en-US updated: 2026-10-21T14:30:41+00:00 alternates: fr: https://mrbalaclava.com/fr/materials/fabric/ouate-polyester.md de: https://mrbalaclava.com/de/materials/fabric/polyester-wattierung.md es: https://mrbalaclava.com/es/materials/fabric/guata-poliester.md publisher: Mr Balaclava (https://mrbalaclava.com/) --- Insulation · Polyester # Polyester Wadding (Padding) Sheets of polyester fibre quilted or stitched into ski jackets, pants and suits for warmth. It keeps much of its warmth when damp, dries quickly and is chosen by weight: lighter for active skiing, heavier for cold resorts and kids' wear. Partly verified specification [Get a quote in this fabric](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) [All insulation & linings](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/insulation-linings/) Updated 21 October 2026 ![Polyester Wadding (Padding): close-up of white polyester wadding fibres](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-wadding-white-close-up-1024x683.webp) *Similar fabric texture. The real fabric can look slightly different; the overall look and feel are the same.* - [![Polyester Wadding (Padding): sheet of white polyester wadding with a cut edge showing its loft](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-wadding-white-swatch-300x200.webp) Wadding sheet: cut edge and loft.](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-wadding-white-swatch-1024x683.webp) - **50 pcs** Minimum order - **14 days** Standard lead time - **OEKO-TEX®** Fabrics from certified mills - **ISO 9001** Certified (Eco Jersey Limited) - **Sedex** Member (Eco Jersey Limited) Specification ## What is typical, and what we confirm for your order ### Typical for this fabric type **Construction** Insulation, Polyester wadding **Knit** Nonwoven batting, quilted or stitched between shell and lining **Usual composition** Usually 100% polyester fibre, sometimes hollow or siliconised for more loft. **Weight class** Light to heavy (varies) **Feel** Lofty and soft; commonly specified by weight, from about 60 g/m² for active wear to 200 g/m² for very cold conditions **Season** Winter **Warmth** High **Breathability** Moderate **Stretch** Low **Moisture management** Moderate **Quick drying** High **Softness** High **Durability** High General textile guidance, not a lab measurement of our fabric. ### Mr Balaclava specification **Availability** The standard insulation in our padded ski jackets, pants and suits; the weight is set per style and confirmed in the sample Anything not listed here is confirmed with your quote. - Recycled version: ask with your quote [Get a quote in this fabric](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) Where it is used ## Products made in this insulation Made with this insulation Can also be made with this insulation The photos show these products in another material. We make them with this insulation to order. Browse the collection - [Custom Ski Wear](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/ski-wear/) - [Ski Jackets](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/ski-wear/ski-jackets/) - [Ski Pants & Suits](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/ski-wear/ski-pants-suits/) Product guides - [Custom ski wear](https://mrbalaclava.com/ski-wear/) Compare ## Similar fabrics - ![Polyester Fibre Fill (Down Alternative): close-up of white polyester fibre-fill clusters](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-fibre-fill-white-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polyester Fibre Fill (Down Alternative)](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-fibre-fill/) Loose polyester fibre clusters blown into stitched chambers. It gives the puffed look and loft of down while… - ![Close-up of navy polar fleece with a thick, lofty pile](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polar-fleece-navy-blue-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polar Fleece](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polar-fleece/) A double-sided polyester fleece with a thick, lofty pile: one of the warmest common fleeces. Used for winter… - ![Close-up of navy polyester taffeta lining with a fine plain weave](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/polyester-taffeta-lining-navy-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Polyester Taffeta Lining](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/polyester-taffeta-lining/) A smooth, light polyester plain weave used to line ski jackets and pants. Its slippery face lets a…