Polyethylene is a plastic polymer extensively used as packaging foam. It is a tough, resilient lightweight closed cell foam material commonly used for the cushioning of relatively high value and moderately fragile items. It is available in a wide range of densities and colors. It has high tensile and tear strength so that it withstands long periods of heavy use. Depending on it's density it is generally very rigid, with less give in it then flexible polyurethane.

If you have your own fabric, either call me and or send me an e-mail and we'll make arrangements to get your fabric and explore what type of pattern you would like. You will find my contact information on the "Contact Us" page of this website. See similar questions...

Before stenciling the fabric, wash and dry it according to label instructions. This will remove the sizing (chemical coating) in new fabric. If the sizing is not removed, your stencil paint will not bond well with the material. When stenciling on fabric, it is much easier if you can keep the fabric from moving around. Do this by using a light coat of spray adhesive on a piece of cardboard that is about 2" larger than the piece of fabric you want to stencil. See similar questions...

Fabric pricing is stated on the products page per item. Some items may be priced differently depending on weight and Manufacturer Costs. Rolls of Fabric (50-60 yards) Please Inquire. Depending on yardage ordered will depend on price quoted. This price does not including shipping. Please email us for your order and we will be happy to discuss this with you. IF purchasing more than 5 rolls at a time, payment must be made with a check unless prior arrangements have been agreed to. See similar questions...

You can nail the woven corners together, but the CSSB suggests using hot-dipped galvanized nails and pre-drilling the holes to prevent splitting. See similar questions...

Yes, all our labels are 100% woven. Even the names you enter are woven into the labels. We are one of the few web-sites that only offer 100% woven labels. Many sites offer woven labels but with your names or messages printed on. This reduces the value and worth of the labels. You must check this detail carefully when comparing prices. See similar questions...

Woven mesh is produced by the process of weaving, that is, by passing wires alternately over and under each other. Welded mesh is a grid formed of wires that are fused together at their junctions. It is produced on automatic welding looms by accurately positioning the short (weft) wires over the long (warp) wires and spot welding their intersections (not over and under, as in ordinary weaving). TWP Inc. See similar questions...

A woven product is a 1-step application where all the threads are woven together at the same time. Embroidery is a 2-step application where a logo or text is embroidered into material already created. Embroidered products are usually priced by their stitch count. WOV-IN® products offer a higher definition, more durable, colorfast product at one clear price. See similar questions...

Generally we do not recommend sizes less than 34x34 cm to ensure a good quality. The maximum size though is 39.5 cm x (any size). See similar questions...

In a word: texture. The colors and motifs you see in woven silk come from actual threads of silk; the designs are woven directly into the silk as the fabric is born on a jacquard loom. With printed silk, the design is applied to smooth silk using silk-screens and inks. Prints make fine ties, and can have more colors than wovens, but we think you'll appreciate the texture and beautifully intricate construction of woven silk. See similar questions...

It’s just the nature of the beautiful beast. Woven silk is more likely to snag than printed silk because with woven silk, every color is made up of its own thread, and exposed threads are what snag. With printed silks, dyes are applied to a much smoother piece of silk. But what you gain in durability, you lose in intricacy and texture. See similar questions...

Yes, we do, but in most cases, surfaces such as Teflon, polyethylene and polypropylene are not easily bonded and require a surface treatment to achieve any desirable bond strengths. See similar questions...

A rudder serves to change directions, but also to hold course. A kayak equipped with a rudder allows the user to paddle under changing wind, wave and current conditions. A rudder makes everything so much easier! A skeg is basically an immobile rudder used to maintain course. The skeg is located under the hull, one third of the distance from the stern. It can be adjusted to suit navigation conditions. In windy, choppy weather, the skeg requires the skills of an advanced paddler. See similar questions...

Vinyl binders are made by electronically sealing two sheets of vinyl over rigid paperboard. Polyethylene (or poly) is more rigid than vinyl, so poly binders use only one piece of material for the cover. Poly is available in different gauges, or thicknesses, depending on the size of binder and the amount of paper it will hold. Vinyl binders are usually considered more attractive and allow more versatility as far as adding options such as pockets, business card holders, cassette trays and so on. See similar questions...

It's durable, requires little maintenance, guaranteed for 50 years, and virtually indestructible. However, it can be damaged by gunshot, burning, or running over it with a bulldozer. Polyethylene pipe is the pipe of choice when you are running pipe cross-country through all types of terrain. Polyethylene pipe comes in minimum lengths of 1000', while PVC is in 20' joints. Fewer joints mean less labor charges as well as fewer leaks. See similar questions...

No, but the water inside can freeze temporarily. Polyethylene pipe has an expansion factor and will not break during a freeze. See similar questions...

The fabric must be able to withstand 60 degree Celsius water and must not be damaged by creasing. Cold dyes exist but they're a pain in the neck to use and the colour doesn't stand up to repeated washing. Buy some Dylon Hand Dye (Woolworths sell it along with their sewing stuff) and a bag of cooking salt. Then get hold of an old bucket or bowl, a pair of rubber gloves and a clean wooden stick (the bowl, gloves and stick will be stained afterwards). See similar questions...