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Many household rugs are made from man-made petro-chemicals. These man-made rugs are constructed with synthetic fibers. Man-made fibers have many advantages over natural fibers. They do not absorb water, so they drip-dry very easily and quickly. For this reason, they do not rot. Some examples of man-made fibers are polyester, nylon, and acrylic. Acrylic can be made into a number of products, including rope and clothing. Back to "Everyday Uses of Oil"
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