Rayon
Rayon is a strong, absorbent fabric, but it tends to lose strength when it is wet. It is used for drapery and upholstery fabrics as well as for clothing.
- Dry-clean rayon, or wash it by hand unless it is labeled "Machine-washable." For hand-wash, use lukewarm water with a light-duty detergent. Machine-wash rayon in warm water on a gentle cycle with a light-duty detergent.
- Chlorine bleach can be used on rayon unless it has been treated with a resin finish.
- Drip-dry and press rayon on the wrong side with an iron at a medium temperature setting while the fabric is damp.
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