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• does polyester batting breathe

  Does polyester batting breathe? The honest answer is somewhat, but less than cotton. Air still moves between polyester fibers, but they don't absorb moisture the way natural fibers do, so a poly-fille… read more

• 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 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

• can you wash dacron

  Can you wash Dacron? In most cases, yes. Dacron is a polyester fiber, so it resists shrinking, mildew, and stretching, and it handles gentle washing well. The key is controlling heat, since high tempe… read more

• can you wash polyester batting

  Can you wash polyester batting? Yes. Polyester is one of the easiest battings to care for, which is a big reason quilters choose it for everyday quilts, baby blankets, and gifts that will see frequent… read more