fibre
Why synthetic fabrics smell faster
Short answer: Odour forms when bacteria on the skin get moisture and warmth. Synthetic fibres keep moisture on the su...
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Fabric that absorbs moisture against fabric that wicks it away
Short answer: There are two ways of dealing with sweat. Either the fabric absorbs moisture into the fibre itself, or ...
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Blends with cotton, when they make sense
Short answer: A blend takes the best from two fibres. Cotton brings strength and shape, while bamboo viscose brings s...
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What OEKO-TEX stands for
Short answer: OEKO-TEX is a test of whether harmful substances remain in the finished fabric. It tells you about the ...
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Why some fabrics bobble and others do not
Short answer: Pills form where short fibre ends tangle together under friction. Smooth fabrics made of long fibres ha...
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Fibre length and why it matters
Short answer: Long fibres make a smoother, stronger yarn. Short fibres stick out of the thread, and those loose ends ...
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Why viscose feels cool
Short answer: Viscose draws heat away from the skin faster than cotton, which is why the fabric feels cool the moment...
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How bamboo becomes yarn
Short answer: Bamboo is harvested, chipped and cooked into a pulp. The pulp is dissolved, pressed through fine holes ...
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Natural fibres and regenerated fibres, the difference
Short answer: Natural fibres are spun directly from a plant or animal. Regenerated fibres are made by dissolving plan...
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What 5 percent elastane does to a fabric
Short answer: Five percent is the figure you see most often on care labels, and it is no accident. It is enough for t...
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Why elastane is blended in
Short answer: Elastane lets the fabric give and spring back. Without it, a soft fabric stretches permanently at the k...
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Bamboo viscose against merino wool
Short answer: Merino wool is finer than ordinary wool and rarely itches. It insulates better, but bamboo viscose cost...
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