If you're rebuilding a cushion or stuffing a pillow, you've probably asked what is the difference between dacron and polyfill. Both are polyester. The real difference is the form each one comes in, an… read more
Weighing Dacron vs cotton for your next project? Dacron is a well-known trade name for polyester fiber, so this choice comes down to a classic matchup of synthetic vs natural fibers. Each has real str… read more
Choosing between dacron vs cotton batting comes down to how you want your finished piece to look, feel and wear. Both add warmth and body, but they behave very differently once they're stitched, sat o… read more
Does outdoor fabric wrinkle? Most outdoor fabrics resist wrinkling far better than everyday cotton, but some creasing can still happen, especially from folding, tight storage, or shipping on a bolt. T… read more
Does outdoor fabric stretch? In most cases, only a little. Most outdoor fabrics are tightly woven from synthetic fibers like solution-dyed acrylic and polyester, which are designed to hold their shape… read more
