The fabrics made from polyester fibre have good elasticity, wrinkle resistance, shape retention, excellent wash-and-wear performance and durability, and so on so that it is widely used in all kinds of apparel fabrics.
It’s made by reacting dicarboxylic acid with a dihydric alcohol. This base material can be used to make many things, from soda bottles to boats, as well as clothing fibres. Like nylon, polyester is melt-spun – this process allows the fibres to be made in different shapes and sizes for specific applications.
It can be used for fashionable dresses, but it is most admired for its ability to resist wrinkling and for its easy washability. Its toughness makes it a frequent choice for children’s wear. Polyester is often blended with other fibres like cotton to get the best of both worlds.
