Synthetic fibres are man made fibre. Following are the uses of some main synthetic fibres.
- Nylon: It is used to make stocking, seat belts, ropes, tents, toothbrushes, sleeping bags, curtains and parachutes etc.
- Rayon: It is used as dress material mixed with cotton. It is used to make curtains, bedsheets etc. It is mixed with wool to make beautiful carpets.
- Polyester: PET is also derived from polyester which in terms is used to make containers, utensils, feeling wires etc.
- Acrylic: It is used to make sweaters and suit length. It is cheaper than natural wool.