Wool
A soft block obtained from sheep that comes in 16 colors and is used to craft beds, banners, paintings and carpets. It can also be crafted from string.
Stack Size
Stack Size64
Durability
DurabilityN/A
Category
CategoryUtility Blocks
Version Added
Version AddedAlpha
Item ID
Item IDwool
Overview
Wool is a block in the Utility Blocks category of Minecraft, obtained through mob drop (Sheep), crafting it, and Shearing sheep. A single inventory slot holds a full stack of 64 Wool. This item was added to the game in the early Alpha development period.
In this database, Wool sits alongside 339 other Utility Blocks entries, each with its own page. Because it stacks to 64, a single chest of Wool stores up to 1,728 of them and a double chest holds 3,456, which matters when gathering enough for large builds. Wool is also a hub ingredient, feeding into 3 different recipes in this catalogue, so keeping a stock on hand unlocks a wide range of crafts.
Crafting Recipe
WoolCrafting TableStation: Crafting Table
Used to Craft
Banner
Bed
PaintingHow to Obtain
- Mob drop (Sheep)
- Crafting
- Shearing sheep
Notes
Shearing a sheep yields 1-3 wool without harming it. Dye sheep or wool to change its color; muffles redstone and note block sound.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you get Wool in Minecraft?
Wool is crafted at a Crafting Table using String. It can also be obtained through mob drop (Sheep) and Shearing sheep.
What is Wool used for?
Wool is a crafting ingredient used to make Banner, Bed, and Painting.
How many Wool can you stack?
Wool stacks up to 64 per inventory slot, so a full stack is 64 and a double chest holds 3,456 of them.
Can Wool be enchanted?
No. Wool cannot be enchanted in vanilla Minecraft.
When was Wool added to Minecraft?
Wool was added in the early Alpha development period and remains part of the Utility Blocks category in the current 1.21 release.