Properties of wool Fibre

Properties of wool:

Shape                                    : Length varies from 1½” to 15" has scales on its surface.

Luster                                     : Medium

Elongation                            : Good

Resiliency                             : Excellent

Density                                  : 1.30 – 1.32 g/ccm

Moisture absorption             : Good

Dimensional stability           : Subject to felting and relaxation shrinkage.

Resistance to acids             : Good

Resistance to alkalies         : Low; many alkalies destroy the fiber.

Sunlight                                 : Prolonged exposure deteriorates fiber

Insects                                   : Damaged by moths and carpet Beetles.

To flame                                 : Burns slowly when in direct flame, is considered to be self     extinguishing.