Thursday, May 01, 2008

LADY's SoftTouch ecoFabrics Added-Value Benefits

Wool has many Added-Value Benefits which have led to its long history of use.

  • Insulation. Wool insulates against heat and cold.
  • Comfortable in both hot and cold weather because it absorbs moisture vapour. The crimp in the wool fibres makes them stand apart from each other trapping insulating air between the fibres. Still air is one of the best insulators found in nature. In hot weather the absorption/evaporation process works to help keep the body cooler.
  • Fire resistant. Wool does not have to be specially treated to become non-flammable. A fabric made entirely of wool is difficult to ignite, burns slowly, and has limited ability to sustain a flame. Wool does not melt when burned and so cannot stick to the skin and cause serious burns.
  • Water repellent. Although wool can absorb moisture, it repels liquids. It is naturally hydrophobic. The scales on the outside of the fibre cause liquid to roll off the surface of the fabric. Even if wool does eventually get wet it generates heat and keeps the body warm, not cold and clammy.
  • Elastic. Wool has greater elasticity than any other plant or animal fibre. Wool can be twisted, turned and stretched and will still return to its natural shape.
  • Durable. The interlocking protein molecules in the fibres of wool have the power to elongate, stretch and recover, creating an extremely robust fabric that will last. Each wool fibre is made up of millions of 'coiled springs' that stretch and give rather than break.
  • Static resistant. Wool has very little tendency to collect static electricity because wool naturally absorbs moisture from the air. Wool garments are much less likely to 'spark' or cling to the body.
  • Noise insulation. Wool absorbs noise and reduces noise levels.
  • Dirt resistant. Wool's ability to absorb moisture and therefore its low build-up of static electricity means that wool does not attract lint and dust from the air. The crimp in the fibre and the scales on the outside of the fibre deep dirt from penetrating the fabric.
  • Dye-ability. Wool is easy to dye. The scales on the surface of the wool fibre diffuse light giving less reflection and a softer colour. The proteins in the core of the fibre absorb and combine with a wide variety of dyes and allows the wool to hold its colour.
  • Comfort. Wool is comfortable to wear because of its elasticity, and moisture absorbing qualities.
  • Fashionable. Wool drapes well, is alive, flexible and tailors easily, making it sought after by fashion designers.
  • Naturally EcoFreindly, 100% biodegradable and recyclable.

LADY's Soft Touch ecoWools are certified SAFE for Man, the Environment and may contribute to LEED Certification in many areas.

Certified by the #1Global ecoLabel... Oeko-tex
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