Uses Sheets Towels Bedspreads Draperies Upholstery Rugs

Characteristics Absorbent Easy to dye/print Highly flammable unless

treated Wrinkles easily Shrinks in hot water

unless treated Soils easily Does not generate static

electricity

Uses Draperies Upholstery Tablecloths Kitchen Towels

Characteristics Strongest natural fiber Durable, withstands

frequent laundering Ages well Lint free Wrinkles easily unless

treated Flammable Expensive if good quality

Uses Draperies Upholstery Lampshades Wall Hangings

Characteristics Strong but lightweight Very absorbent Dyes well Smooth and lustrous Resist wrinkling Retains shapes well Soil resistant Expensive Yellows with age Spotted by water unless

specially treated

Uses Blankets Draperies Carpets Upholstery Rugs

Characteristics Warmest of all fibers Very absorbent Wrinkle resistant Holds and retains shape Creases well Expensive

Uses Bedspreads Draperies Fiberfill Upholstery

Characteristics Easy to dye Drapes well Soft and luxurious Inexpensive Resistant to pilling,

moths, and mildew Non absorbent Melts under high heat

Uses

Awnings Blankets Carpeting Draperies Fiberfill Rugs Upholstery

Characteristics Resembles wool Soft, warm, lightweight Colorfast Retains shape well Nonabsorbent Generates static

electricity Resistant to wrinkles,

chemicals, moths, mildew, and sunlight.

Not resistant to abrasion pilling, stretching, and soil

Available as microfiber

Uses

Curtains Draperies Insulation batting

Characteristics Strong and relatively

heavy Resistant to heat, flames,

and most chemicals Nonabsorbent

Uses Draperies Rugs Slipcovers Tablecloths Upholstery

Characteristics Colorfast Very durable Resistant to moths,

mildew, and shrinking

Uses Awnings Blankets Carpeting Curtains Rugs Draperies

Characteristics Warm, heavy and bulky Retains shape well Flame resistant Resistant to chemicals,

moths, mildew, and shrinking

Uses Bedspreads Carpeting Curtains Draperies Outdoor furniture Mattress pads Rugs Slipcovers Tablecloths Upholstery

Characteristics Very strong and durable Lustrous and light weight Easy to dye Drapes well Retains shape well Resistant to moths,

mildew, and oily stains. Non absorbent Generates static

electricity Not resistant to soil and

pilling Available in microfiber

Uses Awnings Carpeting Carpet backings Doormats Outdoor furniture Mattresses Slipcovers Upholstery

Characteristics Very strong Colorfast Very durable Quick dying Resistant to abrasion,

chemicals, moths, mildew, oily stains, and shrinking.

inexpensive

Uses Awnings Bedspreads Blankets Carpeting Curtains Draperies Fiberfill Mattresses/mattress pads Pillowcases/sheets Slipcovers Tablecloths upholstery

Characteristics Colorfast Very strong and durable Easy to dye Retains shape well Resistant to wrinkles,

stretching, bleach, moths, and mildew

Nonabsorbent Generates static

electricity Not resistant to oily

stains, soil, and pilling Available in microfiber

Uses Bedspreads Curtains Draperies Sheets Slipcovers Tablecloths Upholstery

Characteristics Resembles cotton Absorbent Easy to dye Colorfast Drapes well Resistant to moths and

pilling Wrinkles easily unless

treated Shrinks in hot water unless

treated Highly flammable unless

treated Available in microfiber

Uses Awning Draperies Outdoor furniture

Characteristics Colorfast Very durable Strong and heavy Flame resistant Resistant to chemicals,

moths, mildew, oily stains, and sunlight

Softens at low temperatures

Uses Shower curtains Draperies Upholstery Wall coverings Tablecloths

Characteristics Coatings from

polyurethane solutions Formed into thin sheets Made from synthetic

solutions

Uses Carpet backing Furniture padding Pillow and cushion forms Foam laminates for fabric

and household textiles

Characteristics Made from rubber or

polyurethane substances Useful for bulk and

sponginess Available in wide range of

weights, densities, and resilience

Uses High priced furniture

items

Characteristics Durable Moisture resistance beauty

Uses Wall hangings Other decorative items

Industrial felt is used for padding, insulations soundproofing, filtering and polishing materials.

Characteristics Fibers shrink and

interlock permanently

Uses Durable goods such asBeddingBacking for quiltsDust cloths for box springsCarpet backingFurniture upholstery Draperies mattress pads

Characteristics Made from bonding non

wool fibers, yarns, or filaments by mechanical or chemical means