Gutermann rPET Sew All 100m spool, colour number 439 Made from 100% recycled plastic bottles All round sewing thread 100m Spool Suitable for hand or machine sewing Thickness Ticket No. 100 / dtex 300(2) Recommended Needle - Universal NM 80-90 Taupe Gutermann Sew All thread is considered to be one of the best all round sewing threads available and the rPET option doesn't stray away from this. Recycled does not mean weaker too, this more environmentally conscious version has the same great qualities of the standard Sew all thread range but with the eco friendly stand point of recycled thread and spool. As the name suggests, this thread is for all fabric types, for both hand and machine sewing and suitable for closing, backstitch and decorative seams along with ornamental stitches. This thread has a uniform thickness and provides a lint free sewing experience with no flying fibres or twisted threads. A soft & supple, tear and abrasion resistant, non-fade colourfast thread for all occasions. Suitable for washing up to 95 degrees centigrade, for use with non-chlorine bleach, tumble dry on medium heat, hot ironing and dry clean with petroleum solvent only.