Wool

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  • Created by: Jess
  • Created on: 10-04-14 18:43
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  • Wool
    • WARMTH
      • Warm to wear
    • ABSORBENCY
      • Slow
      • Can absorb 1/3 its weight in water
      • Repels water due to the oily substance 'Lanolin' that sheep produce of their wool
      • Very slow drying
    • COMFORT
      • Fine Wool = Very Comfortable
      • Coarse Wool = Scratchy
    • HANDLE & DRAPE
      • Very soft of coarse handle
      • Good drape
    • STRENGTH
      • Medium Strength
      • Not durable
    • ELASTICITY
      • Very Good
      • Creases drop out
    • AFTERCARE
      • Wash and iron with care- may shrink. Dry Clean

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