Zorb 2 Dimples Super Absorbent Fabric (Made in Canada, 30" Wide, Sold by The Yard)

Zorb IITM the second generation absorbent fabric, and the latest innovation from Wazoodle Fabrics. Zorb II is a reversible fabric with a durable bamboo/cotton face. It can be used for a wide range of consumer, medical and institutional absorbent applications. The durable knitted face and back combined with a thirsty inner filling of Zorb material make it possible to make single layers prefolds, fitted diapers, soakers, change pads, and play mats. It's a Game Changer.Zorb II takes up moisture 20x faster than cotton, bamboo or hemp, and has a much greater holding capacity than any other product on the market. 1 layer of Zorb II will replace 2 layers of most microfiber terry and up to 4 layers of cotton or bamboo French terry. Care Instructions : ZORB can be washed using home or industrial equipment and additives. It absorbency is not effected by hard water or with natural detergent deposits diaper-stripping to regain absorbency is virtually eliminated. Wash: cold to hot OK Dry: tumble medium Iron: Warm Bleach: No This is the care standard for this item. It will stand up to very hot wash and dry however you can expect additional shrinkage, up to 20 % and fulling, up to 50% of the fabric when dried hot. Sewing Instructions : Serging Zorb II requires well tuned machines and moderate serging experience. Sewing with dull or poorly setup knives will stretch and break yarns to the left of the needles which will appear as pinholes after a few washes. If you have a concern with your equipment, Zorb II Dimple pattern, it is a lot easier to serge. Do not prewash before sewing. You are best to calculate shrink and add this as an allowance in your pattern. Zorb II thickens after washing making tougher to sew.