properties of fibres

• heat conductivity - ability to transfer heat, allows body heat to pass through making it cool to wear.
• absorbency - ability to soak up moisture and perspiration.
• handle - the way fibre feels to touch.
• strength - ability to resist tearing under strain.
• abrasion resistance - ability to withstand rubbing, or wear and tear.
• resiliency - ability to return to original shape after being scrunched, folded and creased.
• elasticity - ability to return to original shape after being streched.
• lustre - the gloss or shine of a fabric.
• drape - the hang or fall of a fabric.
• colour fastness - ability to withstand colour changes after heat, water, chemicals and light.
• shrink resistance - ability to stay the original shape and size after being in the sun.