wool
- Created by: Libby Easden
- Created on: 05-03-13 19:37
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- Wool
- fleece of a sheep
- produced as staple fibers
- Hydrophilic- can absorb 1/3 of its own weight without feeling wet
- rapidly absorbs moisture vapour
- naturally breathable
- very soft or coarse depending on fineness
- good drape
- medium strength, not durable
- smooth - can be cool
- bulky - warm
- built in UV protection and fire-resistance
- good crease resistance
- bio-degradeable and recycleable
- washing
- machine washable
- woven + knitted= 40° C
- wool cycle and approved detergents
- total easy care wool
- woven's and knitted
- do not bleach
- very slow drying
- steam iron under cloth
- can be dry-cleaned
- do not tumble dry, dry in direct sunlight or over heat
- machine washable
- treatments
- silicon treatment
- weather proofing
- silicon treatment
- fabrics
- cool wool
- felt
- herringbone
- flannel
- sport wool
- tartan
- tweed
- end uses
- blanket
- carpet and upholstery
- suits
- jumpers
- overcoats
- sport garments
- ties
- scarves
- hats and socks
- industrial felts
- agricultural blankets
- geotextiles
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