question about (EPI/DPI) reed size
hi weaving friends!
i am planning for a project and would appreciate advice on the correct EPI/DPI for a project. the project will be displayed outside for approximately 3 months and will be wrapped around trunks of trees. i am doing plain weave structure and the project will be similar to rag rugs but i also incorporate plastic bags, upholstery fabric, wires, old clothes and other post-consumer waste into the weft.
because the project needs to be able to hold up outside i was planning to use a more durable material for my warp--something lile nylon cord that would have about 3/16" diameter.
my main question is what size DPI/EPI reed would you all recommend for a thicker warp?
second question is if any of you have used a thicker warp/done out door projects and have any advice on what to use for a durable warp.
thanks so much ❤️