Fibers!
By: Magenta Godfrey
Olefin
Advantages- Inexpensive ,stain resistant,
Disadvantages- Lacks resilience,
End uses- Underwear,Swim wear, sportswear
Polyester
Advantages- Stain resistant , strong,
Disadvantages- Static ,low absorbency
End uses- Sheets,furniture,carpets
Spandex
Advantages -Lightweight,No static, Soft,smooth,stretchy
Disadvantages- Heat sensitive, nonabsorbent
End Uses- Swimsuits,ski pants,waist bands,
Rayon
Advantages- Soft , drapes well,No static, Inexpensive,
Disadvantages - Low resiliency ,Heat sensitive , Stretches
End uses- Scarves ,suits , ties, hats, socks
Lyocell
Advantages- Absorbent, Strong,
Disadvantages - Can easily gain mildew
End uses - Slacks, coats, jeans
Nylon
Advantages- Lightweight, easy to wash,
Disadvantages- Static, Picks up oils
End uses-Lingerie,
Cotton
Advantages - soft, natural breathable,inexpensive
Disadvantages - Can pill easily,has poor elasticity ,will shrink & wrinkle
End uses- can be woven or knitted into fabrics such as velvet, corduroy,flannel, etc. Cotton is also used in fishnets, coffee filters, book binding and archival paper.
Flax/linen
Advantages - Can last longer because of strength,& can be worn in any type of weather
Disadvantages- Wrinkles and creases easily more expensive.
End uses- Dresses, suits, Jackets, pants, curtains, sheets, etc.
Wool
Advantages - Durable, absorbent, confortable,
Disadvantages- Expensive, dry clean only
End uses- Boots, carpet, coats , sweaters, blankets
Silk
Advantages- Warm, dries quickly, &strong.
Disadvantages- Expensive, delicate
End uses- Blouses, dresses, ties
Acetate
Advantages- Luxurious ,drapes well,resists mildew
Disadvantages- Dry clean only, weak, heat sensitive
End uses- Blouses, linings, wedding and party attire, upholstery