SYNTHETIC FIBRES

SYNTHETIC FIBRES

1. ACRYLIC

   • -Jumpers -Jackets -Blankets
   • -Warm to wear -Non-absorbent -Fast drying -Crease resistant -Weaker when wet -Burns slowly when melts -Good drape -Durable -Easy care -Stiffer (handle like wool)

2. POLYESTER

   • -Raincoats -Fleece jackets -Socks -Seat belts
   • -Soft handle -Good drape -Very durable -Crease resistant -Easy care -Non absorbent -Fast drying -Can be recylced -Low warmth -Strong when wet -Resists bacteria -Versatile
   • -Trevira -Finesse -Mirates -Dracon -Terylene

3. NYLON

   • -Active sportswear -Fleece jackets -Socks & seatbelts
   • -Warm to wear -Absorbent (dries slowly) -Breathable (repels rain) -Durable -Soft or coarse handle -Can shrink -Dry clean -Good drape -Creases drop out
   • -Polyamide -Tactel

4. ELASTANE

   • -Very elastic -Lightweight -Strong -Resists sunlight & biological damage -Medium to coarse filament fibres -Used only as a blend 2-5% -Very poor absorbency (Blended to make clothes more comfortable-cotton & lycra in jeans)
   • -Lycra -Spandex

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