Sailcloth fabric

What is Sailcloth fabric?

• Sailcloth is a form of strong canvas fabric wherein its usage depends upon the weight of the material.
• The heavier sailcloth was used in tents, and sailing, on the other hand, the medium to lightweight sailcloth was used in clothing as well as home decor. 

History

• Historically, the fabric was made from linen fibers which are produced by the flax plant. 
• However, by the end of the 19th century, linen fibers were replaced by cotton. 
• It is known that the United States was the first one to incorporate the cotton fibers into the making of sailcloth. 
• The change in the fibers happened due to the importing issues of linen during wartime and the abundance of cotton fabric available in the nation. 
• The present sailcloth is made with synthetic fibers such as nylon, polyester, and various other polymers. 

What makes it stand out

Application and usage

Care instructions

• Wash the fabric by hand or by machine
• Tumble or under direct sunlight
• You can iron the fabric at high temperature
  

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