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  2. Polyester - Wikipedia

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    Polyester fabrics are highly stain-resistant since polyester is a hydrophobic material, making it hard to absorb liquids. The only class of dyes which can be used to alter the color of polyester fabric are what are known as disperse dyes .

  3. Wrinkle-resistant fabric - Wikipedia

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    These fabrics are textiles that have been treated to resist external stress and hold their shape. Clothing made from this fabric does not need to be ironed and may be sold as non-iron, no-iron, wash-and-wear, durable press, and easy care. While fabric cleaning and maintenance may be simplified, some wearers experience decreased comfort. [4] [5 ...

  4. Deweighting - Wikipedia

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    Deweighting is an alkaline hydrolysis treatment that affects the surface fibers of the polyester and reduces the decitex or denier of fibers, weight loss of between 10% and 30% is possible during the treatment. [2] Polyester and cotton blends can be treated with an alkali process to make them look and feel like silk. [3]

  5. Microfiber - Wikipedia

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    Microfiber fabric is lightweight, durable, and somewhat water repellent, so it makes a good substitute. Another advantage of microfiber fabric (compared to leather) is that it can be coated with various finishes and can be treated with antibacterial chemicals. Fabric can also be printed with various designs, embroidered with colored thread, and ...

  6. The Best Tick-Repellent Clothing to Ward Off Big, Bad Bugs - AOL

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    The polyester material is ideal for spring and summer outings for its wicking properties. Find yourself fishing, working at the hunting lease, a backyard BBQ, or hiking your favorite trails where ...

  7. Textile stabilization - Wikipedia

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    The correct "choice of appropriate fabric color/texture is critical if the textile ground is translucent or if the fabric is expected to compensate for future losses.” [6] Overview: Localized loss including holes, wear, and tear require stabilization. Implementing localized supports such as patches or fills.

  8. 20 of the coziest winter sweaters you can buy for under $40 - AOL

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    The knit fabric is made from a blend of acrylic and polyester, and reviewers say it’s great for taller women, as it has longer sleeves than many other sweaters. $35 at Nordstrom Ugerlov

  9. Polymer degradation - Wikipedia

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    Polymer degradation is the reduction in the physical properties of a polymer, such as strength, caused by changes in its chemical composition.Polymers and particularly plastics are subject to degradation at all stages of their product life cycle, including during their initial processing, use, disposal into the environment and recycling. [1]