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Denier is the weight in grams of 9,000 meters of yarn.

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Comparison chart: yield in yards/lb.

SPECIFIC GRAVITY

AF&Y Yarns are 10-45% longer
Polyester 34.2
Nylon 26.0
Acrylic 24.0
Wool 44.0
Cotton 68.0
"!"Equivalent coverage, yet higher yield of fabric for the same pounds.
Comparison chart: yield in yards/lb.

SPECIFIC GRAVITY

AF&Y Yarns are 10-15% larger
Polyester 23.1
Nylon 11.9
Acrylic 13.6
Wool 20.4
Cotton 30.0
"!"Better coverage with the same pounds.
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