What Does Flock Feel Like

Flock consists of synthetic fibers that look like tiny hairs. Flock print feels somewhat velvet and a bit elevated. … Thin fibers produce a soft velvety surface, thicker fibers a more bristle-like surface.

What kind of material is flock?

Principally, any textile fibre could be used for flock. The most common types of flock are made of polyamide, viscose or polyester. Depending on the thickness and the length of the fibres the touch of the surface can vary from velvety smooth to bristle-like.

Is flocking durable?

The flocking process involves applying short monofilament fibres, usually nylon, rayon or polyester, directly on to a substrate that has been previously coated with an adhesive. … The fibres are then propelled and anchored into the adhesive at right angles to the substrate. The application is both durable and permanent.