Fabric and Linen
Ø Wool
- The most commonly used wool comes from sheep. It can also be produced from camel and rabbits. The most popular wool is produced from Merino and Crossbred sheep in Australia
- Wool does not flatten or crease easily and very elastic
- Wool is extensively used in hotels althought expensive. It is used for carpets, balnkets and upholstery
- Wool is easy to clean and fire resista![](http://djiqd110ru30i.cloudfront.net/upload/188309/pattern/17364/full_5493_17364_HowtoDyeWoolYarntheEasyWay_1.jpg)
Ø Silk
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Ø Silk
- Silk is the strongest of natural fibers and a very light fabric
- Silk is produced from the cocoon of silk worms.
- Some of its usage in hotel include wall covering, cushions cover and bed sheets.
- Silk has a draping power – which means it retains shape and caresses the body. It is also an elastic fabric
- It is a very expensive and seldom used in hospitality except for luxury suites an apartments
Ø Cotton
- Cotton comes from the cotton plant seed grown in India,USA,Egypt and China
- Cotton is used for bed linen,table linen,towel and uniform
- Cotton is very absorbent, easily laundered and more resistant to bleaches and alkalis.
- All cotton tend to shrink during the first few washings unless they have been to wrinkle
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Ø Linen
- Linen comes from the stalk or flax plant(a plant fiber used especially for making ropes)
- Linen is famous for making napkin and table linen
- Linen is hard-wearing and easily washed but requires caeful finishing
- Good quality linen has a smooth appearance and cool to the touch
- Linen can be easily dyed and color does not fade when wash
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Practice Label and its Function
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