Step-by-Step Guide to Using Colored RPSF Effectively
Colored Recycled Polyester Staple Fiber (RPSF) is becoming a go-to material across industries, from textiles to automotive to home furnishings. Its eco-friendly profile, wide color range, and versatile performance make it a smart alternative to virgin polyester. But to get the best results with colored RPSF, manufacturers and designers need to follow specific steps this isn’t a “throw it in and hope for the best” situation. Here's a clear, step-by-step guide to using colored RPSF effectively. Step 1: Understand What Colored RPSF Is Before you start working with it, get familiar with what colored RPSF really is. Unlike white or raw RPSF, this fiber is dyed or pigmented during the manufacturing process typically before or during extrusion. That means the color is embedded deep in the fiber, offering better colorfastness than post-dyed fabrics. Colored RPSF is produced by recycling PET plastic waste often from bottles or industrial scraps—and turning it into fiber. It comes in various...