Clean Fleece NY
Mechanicville, NY
Fiber scouring mill in Mechanicville, NY offering washing and drying services
Turnaround
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Minimum Order
50 lbs of greasy fiber
Website
cleanfleece.com
About Clean Fleece NY
Clean Fleece NY is a fiber processing facility located in Mechanicville, NY that specializes in scouring services for animal fibers. They provide opening, washing, rinsing, and drying services to prepare raw fiber for further processing. Operating as a 501c3 non-profit initiative of the Hudson Valley Textile Project, they serve farms, spinning mills, crafters, felters, and furniture manufacturers across the Northeastern US. The facility opened in Q4 2023 and currently accepts both Hudson Valley Textile Project members and non-members. All fleeces must be skirted prior to arrival, and they require a 50% non-refundable deposit with full payment due within 30 days of order completion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum order requirements?
ANSWER: Clean Fleece NY requires a minimum of 50 lbs of greasy fiber per washlot. A washlot is 50 lbs or more of a wool group that will be opened, scoured, and dried as a group with blending within that lot. Contact Clean Fleece NY to discuss your specific project requirements and pricing.
How long does processing take?
ANSWER: Specific turnaround times are not listed on their website. Clean Fleece NY is open for pick up and drop offs by appointment only. Contact Clean Fleece NY directly for current scheduling estimates and processing timelines.
What fiber types do they work with?
ANSWER: Clean Fleece NY works with all animal fibers including sheep wool, alpaca, llama, mohair, goat and rabbit fibers. Colors may be mixed or separated into 50lb batches depending on preference. Contact Clean Fleece NY to discuss your specific fiber type and processing needs.
What services and products do they offer?
ANSWER: They offer scouring services including opening, washing and rinsing, and drying animal fiber to prepare it for further processing. Custom sorting is available for an additional charge. Contact Clean Fleece NY for a complete list of services and pricing.
Do they offer custom processing?
ANSWER: They accept both Hudson Valley Textile Project members and non-members for custom scouring services. Customers are encouraged to send well-skirted fibers, and custom sorting is available for an additional charge. Contact Clean Fleece NY to discuss your custom project needs.
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