Nylon fabrics are water-proof and can dry quickly when washed and requires little need to ironed. Nylon is widely used in the manufacture of fabrics for hosiery, night garments and underwear, blouse, shirts and raincoats. Nylon fabrics are also used for parachutes, insect screening, medical sutures, strings for tennis rackets, brush bristles, rope, and fishing nets and line. Molded nylon is used for insulating materials, combs, dishware, and machinery parts.
