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What is "Washable wool" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 02-Jan-2023 (1 year, 4 months, 14 days ago)
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Washable wool
Washable wool is a wet, durable finish used to reduce shrinkage in wool. A resin coating is added to the wool fibers to prevent them from overlocking during laundering.

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