Fabrics

Question 1

What are plant fibres

Answer 1

Obtained from the stem, leaves and bark of various plants

Question 2

Name some plant fibres

Answer 2

-cotton
-hemp
-flax
-jute
-bamboo

Question 3

What are animal fibres

Answer 3

Obtained from the hair, fleece or silk of animals

Question 4

Name some animal fibres

Answer 4

-wool
-silk
-alpaca
-llama
-angora rabbit

Question 5

What are natural composite fibres

Answer 5

Made from a combination of different materials

Question 6

Name some natural composite fibres

Answer 6

-wood fibres mixed with resin
-coconut fibres mixed with rubber

Question 7

What is the rub count for commercial products for fabrics

Answer 7

Around 30,000

Question 8

Which natural fibre will be damaged if left in the sun

Answer 8

Silk

Question 9

What are the different types of leather

Answer 9

1. Full grain (highest type to buy) (100% real leather)
2. Split type ( full grain split in half)
3. Reconstructed (leather mixed with other materials

Question 10

2 biggest fabric fibres we use

Answer 10

1. Synthetic (petroleum based products) (polyester, acrylic, fibre glass, spandex)
2. Natural (animal and plant)