PROS
Good Elasticity – Nylon will stretch up to 100% of its length and still regain its original shape. This is very important in heavy traffic areas where furniture may be dragged across the carpet.
Very Abrasion Resistant – It even surpasses wool. Many manufacturers offer wear guaranties.
Static Resistant – Not its ancestry, but today’s fibers do very well.
Heat Sets Well – When properly heat set, nylon retains its crimp, twist, and dye extremely well.
Good resiliency – Nylon can be crushed for long periods and still regain its original shape.
Non-Absorbent – Nylon dries quickly since it will absorb less than 8% of its weight in H20.
Mildew Resistant – Nylon provides no food source, but mildew can grow on it if another food source is available. Notice the damage that can be done under an over watered potted plant.
Nylon responds very well to most professional cleaning methods and treatments.CONS
Nylon is almost always acid dyed. It is rarely solution dyed, so it can have problems with bleaching, fading, urine reactions, etc.
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