Spiders don’t just spin webs—they engineer them. By stretching their silk as they spin, spiders strengthen the fibers at the ...

Simulations showed that stretching aligns protein chains and increases hydrogen bonds, which act like tiny bridges between ...

Then they're put into the loom. These fibers are fragile, but once woven, can be as durable as traditional silk. Phan has a team of 20 workers creating these fibers each day, allowing them to ...

If you're looking to upgrade the elegance of your bedroom, our guide to the best silk sheets can help. See our top picks from Lily Silk, Mulberry Park and more.

All it takes is sleeping on a satin pillowcase to improve my hair and skin in the AM -- and it's approved by my ...

Find out how spider silk's unique properties can be replicated for practical applications. Read the full research here ...

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The Quince washable silk collection has all the necessary components to make a great outfit. Skirts, dresses and plenty of tops are all made from smooth, strong and durable silk to ensure you’ll ...

Slip’s pillowcases are made from 6A silk, which is both soft and durable, ideal for such a high-traffic item. Mulberry silk has become the industry standard (I think in no small part because of ...

The hard part is deciding which one is the best for you: from Lunya’s durable silk sets to Petite Plume’s timeless prints, we’ve picked out the best pajamas on the market. Whether you’re ...

When they weave their webs, spiders pull their silk threads. New simulations show stretching during spinning causes the ...