Aren synthetics easier to maintain?
A. Not always. Acrylic and polyester fabrics, for example, are harder to clean than wool, for example, and acrylic and other synthetics can pill. Stick to the manufacturer’s instructions for the care of any fabric. If you want to wash a fabric and are not sure what the recommended cleaning method is, test wash a small piece first. Do not assume that just because a fabric contains, for example, cotton and polyester, that it is machine washable and dryable. There are other factors as well, such as type of fabric, type of dyes used, etc. And dry cleaning may use chemicals that are not safe for the environment or for people. Dyes are another aspect to consider, as some chemical dyes are also not the best ecological and health savvy choice. Unfortunately, most manufacturers do not indicate the dyes used to color their fabrics or to render them stain and soil resistant, fire resistant etc. On the other hand, many manufacturers are adding more and more “green” fabrics to their lines that are
