Polypropylene

Polypropylene

A petroleum-based synthetic material which is often heat set to guarantee vibrant color, long lasting beauty, easy maintenance and long-lasting superior performance.

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...ing of an upper layer of pile attached to a backing. The pile was traditionally made from wool, but, since the 20th century, synthetic fibers such as polypropylene, nylon or polyester are often used, as these fibers are less expensive than wool. The pile usually consists of twisted tufts which are t...