24/07/2014
SOME MORE FIBER FACTS:
1.Acrylic Fiber
Acrylic fiber is a synthetic polymer fiber that contains at least 85% acrylonitrile. Soft, lightweight, springy and warm, acrylic is comfortable to wear and resembles wool, yet is easy to care and is machine washable. Fabrics made from acrylic are generally non-allergenic, resilient, durable, have outstanding wickability, and are resistant to moths, oils, chemicals and sunlight degradation.
Acrylic fibers may frequently be found in combination with other natural fibers.
2.Polyamide (Nylon)
Nylon was historically developed as a synthetic substitute for silk. It is lightweight, drapes well, has low absorbency and dries quickly, and is resistant to dirt, chemicals and perspiration. One of the strongest man-made fiber, the use of nylon can be found in apparel, home furnishings and outdoor equipment that take a lot of hard wear, like stockings, swimwear, activewear, upholstery, tents and life vests.
3.Polyester
Polyester is a strong fiber that is resistant to crease, stretching and shrinkage, hence the ability to hold its shape well. Touted the best 'wash-and-wear' fiber, polyester is easy to care for and is washable, hence its wide usage in essentially every form of apparel and home furnishings.
Blends of polyester with natural fibers such as cotton, rayon, or wool extend the durability of these blended fabrics.
4.Rayon
While rayon is man-made, it is not considered a synthetic fiber, but a manufactured regenerated cellulosic fiber. Made from cellulose, rayon is a very versatile fiber and exhibits the same comfort properties as other natural fibers. It can imitate the feel and texture of silk, wool cotton and linen. The fibers are easily dyed in a wide range of colors.
Rayon drapes well, has a soft, silky hand, and has a smooth, napped, or bulky surface. Rayon is highly absorbent but does not insulate body heat, hence making rayon garments ideal for use in hot and humid climates. The durability and appearance retention of regular rayon are low and will wrinkle easily and may stretch when wet and shrink when washed. Rayon also has the lowest elastic recovery of any fiber