This section is from the "A Complete Dictionary of Dry Goods" book, by George S. Cole. Also available from Amazon: A complete dictionary of dry goods and history of silk, cotton, linen, wool and other fibrous substances,: Including a full explanation of the modern processes ... together with various useful tables.
Embossed Felt. An upholstering material; used for table covers, borders, friezes, or dados for applique purposes. Ordinary thick felt is embossed under pressure of heavy cylinders upon the surfaces of which are cut out the patterns. By the action of heat or acid, the color is brought up in tones, giving the effect of two printings.
 
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