FIBERS
By;Tempest Robbins
COTTON
advantages-dyes,soft,comfy
disadvantages-wrinkles,mildews,shrinks
end use-towels,washclothes
FLAX/LINEN
advantages-soft,comfy,strong
disadvantages-shrinks,wrinkles,expensive
end use-to wrap mummies,suits,skirts,jackets,dresses
WOOL
advantages-warm,natural,flame retardant
disadvantages-shrinks,dry clean,itchy
end use- boots,stuffed toy
SILK
advantages-soft,shiny,delicate
disadvantages-stain,sensitive
end use-wedding dresses,blouses,scarves,pillows
ACETATE
advantages-like silk,no pilling,low cost,holds white very well
disadvantages-poor strength,most often needs to be dry cleaned
end use-lining,dresses,ribbons,scarves
RAYON
advantages- doesn't pill,comfy
disadvantages-stains,fades,wrinkles,complicated when washing
end use-blouses,jackets,linings
LYOCELL
advantages-soft,strong,doesn't wrinkle
disadvantages-fibrilation
end use-dresses,slacks,coats,jeans
NYLON
advantages-strong,dyes easy,resilient
disadvantages-fades,stains,affected by bleach
end use- blouses,dresses,foundation
OLEFIN
advantages-low cost,doesnt stain,clean esay
disadvantages-oils cause discoloration,compresses easliy
end use-sweaters,underwear,diaper linings
POLYESTER
advantages-doesnt shrink,doesnt wrinkle,easy to clean
disadvantages-not strong,stains bad
end use-carpet,clothing
SPANDEX
advantages-elasticity,stretchy,durable
disadvantages-traps moisture,sensitive to heat,shows everythingend use-swim suits,sports wear