KTENA Knitting Mills
Merino Thermal Underwear Manufacturer
Merino Wool Clothing
We manufacture all our Merino Skins and Thermo Fleece Merino garments with super fine Australian Merino wool in our own factory located in Oakleigh, Melbourne, Australia.
We are proudly Australian owned and all of our garments are Australian made certified.
Ktena is one of the only Australian thermal wear manufacturers 100% accredited with Woolmark Certification status – passing rigorous quality control and extensive testing procedures.
We are seriously committed to ethical sustainability and are fully certified by Ethical Clothing Australia
Featured Products
A selection of popular Merino Skins® and Thermo Fleece® garments, click through to the store to view the complete range.
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Merino Skins – Unisex Merino Short Sleeve T Shirt – WhiteUnisex Merino Short Sleeve T Shirt Mid Weight Merino Base Layer – 230 gsm Style no: SP121 White ColourAUD $59.95
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Merino Skins – Unisex Long John / Pant – BlackUnisex Long John / Pant – Black Mid Weight Merino Base Layer – 230 gsm Style no: SPLJB Black ColourAUD $69.95
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Thermo Fleece® – Ladies Long John – 100% Merino WoolLadies Long John – 100% Pure Merino Wool Style no: PBJ 100% Pure Merino Wool WhiteAUD $55.95
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Thermo Fleece® – Strap Vest – 100% Merino Wool – BlackStrap Vest – 100% Merino Wool Style no: RTRRVB Pointelle Fabric BlackAUD $49.95
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Merino Skins – Unisex Merino Short Sleeve T Shirt – BlackUnisex Merino Short Sleeve T Shirt Mid Weight Merino Base Layer – 230 gsm Style no: SP121B Black ColourAUD $59.95
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Merino Skins – Unisex Long Sleeve Crew Neck – WhiteUnisex Long Sleeve Crew Neck Mid Weight Merino Base Layer – 230 gsm Style no: SP191 White ColourAUD $69.95
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Merino Skins – Unisex Long Sleeve Half Zip Front – BlackUnisex Long Sleeve Half Zip Front Mid Weight Merino Base Layer – 230 gsm Style no: SPZB Black ColourAUD $79.95
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Thermo Fleece® – Long Sleeve Satin Bound Neck – 100% Merino Wool – WhiteLong Sleeve Spencer – Satin Bound Neck – 100% Pure Merino Wool Style no: RTRLSS Pointelle Fabric WhiteAUD $99.95
New for 2025!
Thermo Fleece Sensitive
Our new Thermo Fleece Sensitive range offers a revolutionary dual-layer design, featuring 100% soft cotton against your skin and 100% Merino wool on the outer layer.
Available in separate short-sleeved styles for both men and women, these garments are your go-to for ultimate comfort without compromise.
Available to order from 15 October.
View Men’s Thermo Fleece Sensitive and Ladies Thermo Fleece Sensitive.
Spend $300 or more and receive a free bottle of wool wash!
New for 2024!
Merino Skins Lite
Merino Skins Lite – All new for 2024 and lighter than our Merino Skins thermals, these are designed for all-year-round wear.
Perfect for everyday wear, hiking, camping, work or play, and even travel.
Great for summer and winter.
Relaxed Fit, great length.
Ktena Knitting
Ktena is a 100% Australian-owned and operated knitting mill dedicated to the development of an enduring and sustainable Australian wool garment manufacturing industry, and to share the benefits of this naturally perfect fibre with the world. We are staunchly committed, through ongoing investment in innovation and design, to building a globally sustainable enterprise for authentically manufactured Australian merino wool garments.
Pure Australian merino wool produces the softest, finest, most luxurious yarn in the world. With its exceptional softness, natural breathability and ability to wick moisture away from the skin, merino wool is the perfect, versatile fibre for all seasons.
Merino wool is soft, breathable, moisture and odour-resistant and is a highly efficient insulator. It is also an entirely sustainable and renewable resource.
• Breathability
• Natural temperature regulator
• Odour resistance
• Natural elasticity
• Crease, stain and static resistance
Wool’s impressive range of natural qualities includes:
• Colour retention
• Fire resistance
• Natural UV protection
• Biodegradability and renewable resource
Ktena merino thermal underwear, wool thermals and wool spencers are made from the finest Australian pure merino wool. Beautiful and luxuriously comfortable, Ktena designs are available in 100% pure Australian Merino wool and wool-rich blends and everyday wool blends combining style and comfort with the benefits of wool’s remarkable natural properties.
Merino Skins Sports Thermals
Merino Skins sports thermals have appeared in various Olympic events, featuring in the Opening Ceremony of the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney and as the preferred thermals for the Australian Winter Olympics Team at the 2002 Salt Lake City Winter Olympic Games and the 2022 Australian Paralympic winter team.
Stylish, high-performance sportswear that combines performance with function. Made from the finest, softest Australian merino wool, Merino Skins garments are the perfect contemporary collection, merging exclusive designs with the benefits of wool’s remarkable natural properties. Our Merino Skins garments are breathable, moisture, odour and UV resistant for ideal comfort in cool or warm weather.
We’re passionate about Australian Wool
Ktena is an authentic, independently owned Australian manufacturer of beautiful merino everyday woollen thermals and active wear.
Our ranges of Australian merino wool garments are designed, knitted, sewn and packaged at our Melbourne factory, ensuring exceptional style, comfort and sustained quality.
Ktena is committed to the authentic Australian manufacture of quality woollen products.
We passionately believe in bringing wool to life through our beautiful merino wool garments that are soft, comfortable and a pleasure to wear.
As a leading manufacturer of Australian merino wool garments, Ktena embraces the history behind our wonderful woollen knitting mills, with our growing range of uniquely Australian, merino wool products.
What our customers are saying about us
Our customers have left over 650 reviews on our Merino thermals at an average rating of 4.9!
| 5 star | 91% | |
| 4 star | 6% | |
| 3 star | 2% | |
| 2 star | 1% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
Verified ownerHave used these for almost a year now, and they’re so comfortable. As a mens’ size 32, I chose Medium size, and it fits great. The fabric is substantial, yet feels light & breathable. It appears to loosen slightly at the leg openings as I move about throughout the day; but after washing and drying on clothes line, the leg openings become form-fitting again, which I love.
Verified ownerI bought this for myself before and like the quality and fit so I ordered another pair for my mom. She tried it on and it fits her well.
Verified ownerI bought this for myself before and like the quality and fit so I ordered another pair for my mom. She tried it on and it fits her well.
Verified ownerI bought this long sleeve for my husband. He says it is very comfortable on his skin and keeps him warm in cold days. True to size and good quality as usual.
Verified ownerI bought this long John for my husband. He says it is very comfortable on his skin and keeps him warm in cold days. True to size and good quality as usual.
Verified ownerI bought this long sleeve for my husband. He says it is very comfortable on his skin and keeps him warm in cold days. True to size and good quality as usual.
Featured Blog Posts
The Ultimate Guide to 100% Merino Wool Thermals for Outdoor Adventures
Travelling to the Northern Hemisphere Winter? Don’t Forget Your Merino Thermals!
