Self-cleaning woolen fabrics

Researchers in Hong Kong have recently made a test of cashmere wool that can clean itself of sunlight, which saves water and chemicals.

Researchers hope that when commercialized, this method will help save water, electricity, chemical laundry detergents contribute to environmental protection. (Image: elephantlifestyle.com)

According to Dr. Walid Daoud, head of the research team, a coating specifically made of anatase titanium dioxide fabric, combined with 24-hour exposure, generates a chemical reaction and produces a stream. Small electricity, help to remove the dirt on the surface.

This process will decompose dirt and stains, including stains from coffee or even red wine. The method has been developed since 2002, but application on wool is a difficult process, as soft wool fibers are susceptible to damage from oxidation.

Once this technology is complete, Daoud believes that its commercial applicability will become even easier. Reuters said the use of this fabric at the same time helps save electricity, water and chemical laundry, contributing to environmental protection.

Cashmere wool is an expensive fabric and is made from Cashmere wool, which lives only in the mountains of Mongolia, Tibet and other parts of China.