1.6 - Textiles

Examples of Cellulosic Fibres

Cotton
Bamboo
Linen

Examples of Protein based fibres

Wool
Cashmere
Silk
Mohair

Natural fibres can be either

Cellulosic or Protein based

Manufactured fibres can either be

Regenerated or Synthetic

Examples of regenerated fibres

Modal
Acetate
Viscose
Lyocell

Examples of synthetic fibres

Polyester
Elastane
Polyamide
Nylon

Cotton

Natural

Comfortable
Moisture Wicking
breathable
Highly Absorbant

Clothing
Upholstery

Linen

Natural

Lightweight
Breathable
Not Elastic
Naturally insect repellant

Bedding
Clothing

Wool

Natural

Fire Resistant
Elastic
Odor resiststant

Jumpers/hats
Mopping up oil spills

Nylon

Low Breathability
Non-absorbant
Oil and chemical resisitant

Sports equipment
Swim wear

Polypropylene

Semi rigid
Good fatigue resistance
Tough

Medical face masks
Sports/military wear

Polyester

Variety of colours
Elastic
Blends well with cotton

Clothing
Tarpaulin

Fire Resisitance

Fire fighters uniform
Childrens pajamas
Often on upholstered furntiure

Stain resistance

PTFE coating
creates a barrier protecting from liquids and dirt