Processed feathers
AssigneeFogarty P.L.C.
InventorsCharles R. W. Fleet, Vincent K. Hewinson
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Abstract
Feathers (including down) are provided with a water-repellant, bacterial-resistant, low friction cured fluorocarbon finish, such that the feathers have improved driability following washing and enhanced handle and resistance to clumping. The finished feathers are used in filled articles, such as quilts or pillows, which have enhanced washability.
Claims9
Feathers having thereon a water-repellent, bacterial-resistant, low friction cured fluoroalkyl acrylate copolymer finish.
A method of treating feathers, which comprises applying to said feathers an aqueous emulsion of a curable fluoroalkyl acrylate copolymer, and curing said polymer.
A method of treating feathers, which comprises applying to said feathers an aqueous emulsion of a curable fluoroalkyl acrylate copolymer and curing said polymer at 130.degree. to 170.degree. C.
A filled article, which comprises a fabric casing having a filling comprising feathers having thereon a water repellant, bacterial resistant, low friction cured fluoroalkyl acrylate copolymer finish.
A filled article, which comprises a casing having a filling comprising feathers treated by applying to said feathers an aqueous emulsion of a curable fluroalkyl acrylate copolymer, which is then cured.
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