What is Rayon?
Rayon is a man made material composed of regenerated cellulose usually obtained from wood pulp. Rayon can be made to simulate man common materials such as wool and silk and can be used by itself or blended with other materials. The advantages of rayon is its versatility, moisture absorption and dye compatibility. The disadvantages or limitations include its sensitivity to heat and light exposure. Water can also weaken the material as well as cause shrinkage and many spot removal techniques are incompatible. Some types of fabric and garment construction make dry cleaning advisable. Wet cleaning can make some fabrics limp and may cause shrinkage.
