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Corduroy: The Vintage Fabric That Always Makes a Comeback
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HowStuffWorks looks at the roots of corduroy fabric, how to care for it and how it has evolved.
8 Most Densely Populated Cities in the World
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Statistically, over half of the people reading this article live in a city, with a higher population density than rural or suburban areas. For instance, New York City has nearly 27,000 people crammed into each square mile (2.6 square km) of land.
How do polymer crystals work and why do they absorb so much water?
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Polymer crystals are amazing in that they can absorb many times their size. In fact, one pound of these crystal flakes can hold up to 50 gallons of water. Find out what these polymer crystals are and why they are able to absorb so much water.
What Is a Good Thread Count for Sheets?
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Thread count means the number of threads woven together in a square inch. Find out what that really means and if we're being tricked by thread count.
How to Shrink Clothes in the Wash
Did your wool sweater get stretched out? If so, how do you shrink it back to its normal size?
How the Steam Locomotive and Steam Technology Work
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Steam technology works to harness the power of steam in order to perform work. Learn about steam technology and some steam technologies.
How High-tech Fabrics Cool You Down When You Heat Up
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Researchers are constantly developing fabrics that can help keep you cool, whether you're working out or trying to get a good night's sleep. But how do they work, and which are the best ones?
Is It Unlawful to Remove the Tag From Your Mattress?
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Most of us have heard that we're not supposed to remove the tags from our mattresses or pillows because it violates some kind of law. But what's the real story?
Set Your Dryer to Perm Press ... Meaning What, Exactly?
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Get ready to set your machine to perm press ... meaning, what? We'll explain this handy-dandy dryer and washing machine setting.
Why do some clothing items have a tag saying to wash the item before wearing?
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Why do some clothing items have a tag saying to wash the clothing before wearing? Read this article on HowStuffWorks to learn your answer.