Landscaping fabric might be good to snuff out weeds, but they can also cause a lot of environmental problems in your garden.

Researchers at University of Toronto Engineering have observed that handwashing synthetic fabrics in water with higher total dissolved solids (TDS) leads to more microplastic fibers (MPF) being ...

Modal is a semi-synthetic fabric adored for its softness, ease of care, and—more importantly—biodegradability. Because the fabric is quite breathable, it is often used in garments designed for comfort ...

Landscape fabric is often touted as the best way to keep weeds out of your yard—in reality, however, this material has many downsides. Introducing these synthetic materials to your garden can ...

Paradise Textiles, Alpine Group's material science and innovation hub, has confirmed plans to build an integrated fabric ...

The Woolmark Company has launched an anti-synthetic fiber campaign to raise awareness of the use of fossil fuels in textiles and promote wool as a natural, renewable alternative. The adverts will go ...

Over the past few years, there has been growing interest in whether synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon could quietly influence hormonal health. While clothes alone are unlikely to cause major ...