Tencel
Yarn Facts
Tencel Yarn Facts-the properties of
the fiber and how it is manufactured
These facts are courtesy of
Milano Textiles, Inc.
What is Tencel?
A. Tencel is a cellulose fiber made from wood pulp from trees grown on special
tree farms in the USA where the trees are constantly replanted.
How is it produced?
A. The fiber is produced via a special "solvent-spinning" process using a
non-toxic solvent that is 99 percent recoverable and recyclable. Because no
toxic chemical products are produced during the process, there are no harmful
fumes released into the atmosphere.
Is Tencel a natural or synthetic fiber?
A. Tencel is not only natural, since it is made of wood pulp, t is also
environmentally friendly because of it's ecologically sound method of
production.
How does Tencel compare
with other fibers?
A. Tencel has all the characteristics of a luxury fiber: the natural, workable
comfort of cotton; the fluid drape and color richness of rayon; the strength of
a synthetic; and the luxurious hand and luster of silk!
What are the characteristics of fabrics made of Tencel?
A. Fabrics of Tencel have exceptional strength, a luxurious hand and fluid
drape, are naturally absorbent and comfortable, and accept dyes readily, from
pale pastels to rich jewel tones. They also resist wrinkling and shrinkage, and
are often washable.
Can Tencel be combined with other fibers?
A. Yes -- and when combined with other fibers, Tencel enhances
their best attributes. For example, you can combine with linen,
rayon, lycra, micro denier polyester and cotton. Tencel's high
strength enables the production of finer count yarns--providing
a finer, softer and less wrinkled fabric.
Why should the consumer choose Tencel in their clothing
purchases?
A. Today's ecology conscious consumer likes the idea of choosing a fiber that is
natural, biodegradable and non-toxic to the environment. In addition, they want
fabrics that breathe, are comfortable, drapable, soft, and resist wrinkles and
shrinking.
