Noil easily dyed, and can also be made waterproof, by using a polyurethane coating. This also increases their usage in furnishings industry. Silk noil hails from China, from where it was exported to Europe in the middle ages, especially to Italy. It was used to create silk blends, through the first half of the 14th century. However, over the time the use decreased. With an increase in demand and variety of alternatives and low-cost substitutes, Noil has re-surfaced – experiencing a sort of revival. In India, noil is used to make sarees, materials and furnishings. Noil Noil is the short fiber
Marko (fabric) contact with flames and at least one type of heat. Heat contact may take the form of convective, radiant or contact heat, an electric arc, splashes of molten metal, or certain combinations of these types. Marko fabrics must also comply with other standards and are therefore tested for tear resistance, tear strength, burst strength and seam strength. The Marko trademark was later applied to new designs that were developed to address specific risks in the workplace. These include: Marko (fabric) Marko (UNE EN 11612) is a registered trademark for a group of flame retardant fabrics used in the manufacture of