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11th September 11, 09:27 PM
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Hi All,
Thanks to everyone for giving me a ton of good information and helping me get this ball rolling!
I guess to toss in my thoughts on the poly-viscose discussion above. Chemically speaking it is a cellulose-based polymer fibre that's treated with acetate to ensure cohesion (if I'm remembering my organic polymer chemistry right, I'll caveat it by saying I don't normally do that kind of chemistry). From a materials view, I think the viscose term is introduced to reflect the manufacturing process of the fibre. My understanding is that a chemical slurry is made and squeezed out through a tiny pin-hole to spin the fibre (think meat pasta press). So I think Brooke is right on in saying a viscose isn't a fabric. it's just a special way f making a fibre. That's my understanding anyway, and I haven't done too extensive research into the exact process or chemistry, just a bit of passing reading.
I guess the end result is a decent feeling kilt that I won't mind beating around the pubs or hiking trails in =)
Thanks again everyone!!
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