What Is Nylon: A Complete Guide to the Versatile Synthetic Fabric
From the iconic “nylon stockings” of the 1930s to today’s high-performance backpacks, nylon has woven itself into virtually every corner of modern life. Imagine a material that’s stronger than steel on a weight-for-weight basis, yet supple enough to fold into the smallest pouch—and that’s just a glimpse of nylon’s superpowers. Its remarkable journey from lab bench to global phenomenon reshaped industries from fashion to aerospace.
