Hairs

Hairs
HAIRS
A number of hairs are used in the textile trade for fabric production. The principal kinds are alpaca, mohair, cashmere and vicuna. They are largely used in the woollen industry for dress, suiting and shawl manufacture (see under each name). Other hairs used in limited quantities are camel hair, used in the woollen industry; cow hair, used for carpets, rugs and blankets; rabbit hair, used for hats; horse hair, used for upholstery and linings; kangaroo, used for sacking and coarse cloth. Hairs are usually straight, non-elastic and glossy. They are stronger, smoother and usually coarser than wools and lack felting properties.

Dictionary of the English textile terms. 2014.

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