Show Fabric Facts Fibers that are smooth and straight reflect light on their surfaces surfaces surfaces sur sur- faces and produce a lustrous effect ef feet This process is usually called mercerization and Is used often on cottons Silk and rayon have naturally lustrous fibers To colorless pigments are used in the spin spin- ning solution This Is used frequently frequently frequently fre fre- I in rayon stockings and prevents that shiny surface Rough surfaces on fabrics catch dirt and hold dust more easily than surfaced smooth-surfaced fab fab- surfaced Smooth-surfaced fabrics however will stain and spot more readily Consider these points In selecting fabric for special cial uses Wool fabrics dye well and evenly too The ease with which a fiber absorbs dye has a bearing bear bear- ing upon the appearance and durability durability du duo du- du of a fabric Chrome dyes are used often on wool to give it increased fastness fast fast- ness to light and washing |