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Spandex Fibers

spandex It's really no stretch to say that spandex fiber has had a remarkable effect on the clothing we all wear. A godsend to our mothers and grandmothers, spandex found its first use in ladies' foundation garments as a replacement for rubber. But today, spandex, better known as elastane in Europe and other parts of the world, is on the leading edge of fashion for both women's and men's under-, inner-, outer-, and active wear.

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Spandex Fiber (Elastane)

All about spandex and how spandex is manufactured, used and cared for

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About Spandex at Wikipedia

Spandex—or elastane—is a synthetic fiber known for its exceptional elasticity. It is stronger and more durable than rubber, its major non-synthetic competitor. It is a polyurethane-polyurea copolymer that was invented in 1959 by DuPont chemist Joseph Shivers. When first introduced, it revolutionized many areas of the clothing industry.

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WHAT'S THAT STUFF? - SPANDEX

A sensationally bizarre polyurethane, spandex is a long-chain synthetic polymeric fiber.

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