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Winston

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I also found that polyester attenuates the UV more than cotton, but
still prefer to wear cotton when welding. I think it is less of a
fire hazard. May catch fire easier, but does not melt and stick to
the skin. According to what I found on the internet, some dyes that
look dark transmit the UV.

That explains why I get away with a long sleeve white
cotton dress shirt for TIG welding.
It's comfortable and no burns.

--Winston