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What is the difference between non-woven fabric, silk cloth and canvas?

The differences between non-woven fabrics, silk cloth and canvas:

1. Different materials: non-woven fabrics are composed of directional or random fibers. It is called cloth because it has the appearance and certain properties of cloth.

As the name suggests, silk cloth generally refers to silk, including mulberry silk, tussah silk, castor silk, cassava silk, etc.

The main materials of canvas are: linen, pure cotton, chemical fiber, cotton and linen, etc.

2. Different properties: Non-woven fabrics are moisture-proof, breathable, flexible, lightweight, non-combustible, easy to decompose, non-toxic and non-irritating, rich in color, low in price, and recyclable.

Silk fabric is famous for its comfort, breathability and skin-friendly properties.

Oil canvas has the excellent properties of strong elasticity, clear texture, strong durability, good weather resistance, width and thickness, compactness and thickness, smoothness, flexibility, impact resistance, and few pores and knots.

3. Different uses: Non-woven fabrics are internationally recognized as environmentally friendly products that protect the earth's ecology. They are suitable for agricultural films, shoemaking, leathermaking, mattresses, quilts, decoration, chemicals, printing, Automobile, building materials, furniture and other industries. It can be said that it has a wide range of uses.

Silk cloth has a single purpose and is mainly used in clothing.

Oil canvas is also mainly used for painting.

Reference materials Baidu Encyclopedia - Non-woven fabrics

Baidu Encyclopedia - Silk fabrics

Baidu Encyclopedia - Oil canvas