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• does polyester batting melt

  Does polyester batting melt? Yes, it can. Polyester is a synthetic fiber that softens and eventually melts under high heat. Most polyester fibers melt at roughly 480°F, which is close to the cotton or… read more

• does polyester batting shrink

  Does polyester batting shrink? In most cases, barely at all. Polyester fibers are synthetic and hold their shape through washing and drying far better than natural fibers. That makes poly batting a de… read more

• does polyester batting flatten

  Does polyester batting flatten? Yes, over time it can, but far less than many quilters expect. Polyester fibers are springy and resilient, so a quality poly batting keeps much of its loft through year… read more

• does dacron yellow

  Does Dacron yellow? The short answer is yes, it can, but slowly, and usually because of how it's used and cared for rather than the fiber itself. Dacron is a well-known name for polyester, prized in s… read more

• does dacron pill

  Does Dacron pill? It can, but how much depends on how the fabric is made. Dacron is a well-known name for polyester fiber, and polyester's strength works both ways: it resists tearing and abrasion, ye… read more