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NATURAL MATERIALS

COTTON
The most popular natural material in the fashion industry. Cotton is characterized by properties such as softness, pliability,
strength, absorbency and breathability. It is pleasant to the touch and resists higher temperatures. It is often used in
combination with synthetic materials or elastane.

ORGANIC COTTON
Cotton produced from ecologically controlled agriculture and further processed under the strict inspection of all
manufacturing processes. The biggest producers are Turkey, India,the USA and China.

BAMBOO FIBER
Fiber made of bamboo based on regenerated cellulose. It has thermoregulatory, antibacterial, antimycotic and antistatic
properties. Bamboo fiber is stronger along with three times higher absorbency than cotton, resistant to frequent washing and
keeps its properties for a long time. We do not recommend using fabric softener in order not to reduce absorbency of the material.

MERINO WOOL
Active fiber that regulates body temperature changes and is one of the most breathable natural fibers. The fiber can absorb
large amounts of moisture – along with odour molecules in the sweat. Natural elasticity maintains dimensional stability, and
the fabric is easy to maintain

VISCOSE
Fiber made based on regenerated cellulose. The input raw material for the production is wood or cotton pulp. Viscose is
breathable and it has great absorptinon features. Compared to cotton, it is softer, shinier and finer.

SYNTHETIC MATERIALS

ELASTANE
Very fine, strong, elastic polyurethane fiber. The key feature is its high elasticity. Elastane can be stretched out from three up
to seven times of its original length without breaking. It is always used in combination with other materials, ensures dimensional
stability, increases elasticity and reduces material wrinkling. Elastane is prone to high temperatures.

POLYESTER
Synthetic fiber made by modification of the input material. The fiber is very strong so it can be made thick or very fine (micro polyester).
Material is durable, quick-drying and easy-care. It is suitable for sports and physical activities. Through chemical and mechanical processes
various modifications of the material properties can be achieved depending on the purpose of use (insulation, impregnation).
MATERIALS POLYAMIDE

The process of polyamide production is similar to the one of polyester. The material is durable, easy-care and has a good shape
stability. It dries quickly thanks to low moisture absorption. It has twice the greater abrasion resistance than polyester. The
fabric and finishes fiber can be made thick or very fine as well as poyester. Mechanical and chemical treatment influences the final product´s

properties.
POLYPROPYLEN
Smooth and hard surface fibres have high abrasion resistance. They show good hydrophobic properties which, due to very
low water sorption, preserve the strength and dimensional stability of the material even in damp environments. The final
material is lightweight and shows good thermal insulation.

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