Comparison of Properties of Viscose Rayon with Other Yarn Types

Property Cotton Polyester Nylon Silk Viscose Rayon
Drape Good Poor Poor Good Excellent
Luster Poor Good Fair Excellent Excellent
Pilling Less V.High V.High Less Less
Thermal Protection Good Poor Poor Good Excellent
Moisture Regain Good Poor Fair Good Excellent
Moisture Regain Good Poor Fair Good Excellent
Air Permeability Excellent Poor Poor Good Good
Static Softness Good Poor Poor Excellent Excellent
Crease Dissipation Good Poor Poor Good Excellent
Recovery Poor Excellent Good Fair Poor
Durability Good Excellent Excellent Fair Fair