Felt
nonwovenAlso known as: Filz, Feutre, Войлок
Nonwoven fabric made by matting fibres. Stiff, insulating and does not fray.
About Felt
Felt is a non-woven textile produced by matting, condensing, and pressing fibres together. Wool felt is made by exploiting the natural tendency of wool fibres to mat and tangle when subjected to heat, moisture, and pressure. Synthetic felt is made from acrylic or polyester fibres. Felt does not fray when cut and is used in crafts, hats, industrial applications, and musical instruments.
Properties
Typical GSM range: 200–1000 g/m²
Shrinkage: 0–30%
Season: Autumn, Winter
Scores represent typical values and may vary by composition, weave density, and finishing.
Care Instructions
Washing
Hand wash only
Drying
Do not tumble dry · Spot clean and air dry
Ironing
Iron up to 150°C · Steam OK
Dry Cleaning
recommended
Wool felt should not be washed as it will shrink and distort. Spot clean only. Synthetic felt can be hand washed.
Always check the care label on your specific garment.
Advantages
- ✓Does not fray when cut
- ✓Good insulation
- ✓Easy to work with
- ✓Stiff and holds shape
- ✓Variety of thicknesses
- ✓Affordable
Disadvantages
- ✗Not washable (wool felt)
- ✗Limited stretch
- ✗Not breathable
- ✗Can shrink
- ✗Not suitable for garments requiring drape