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What happens to recycled textiles?

April 26, 2017happens recycled textiles

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What happens to recycled textiles?

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• Re-useable textiles and shoes are sent abroad where they can provide clothing for those who either do not have access to, or are unable to afford new clothes. • Textiles unsuitable for re-use are recycled. Cottons and linen are cut down to be re-used as industrial wipes. Materials such as wool are ‘pulled’ and made into fresh yarn, or re-used as felt for stuffing upholstery. • Re-useable textiles and shoes will be sent abroad where they can provide clothing for those who either do not have access to, or are unable to afford new clothes. Textiles unsuitable for re-use are recycled.