When you describe acrylic kilts as "plastic" you are correct, however you don't refer to your polyviscous kilts as "plastic" only as an alternative to those allergic to wool. Rest assured PV is also very much plastic. All materials will burn, the problem is that many man-made fibres melt. They also do have a lower ignition point than many natural fibres. Short of wearing Nomex kilts any kilt is in danger near open flame. Then again should the cheaper acrylic kilts have some type of flame retardant in order to be sold to the public? This would be of great public service. However we must ask, is there a a sudden abundance of kilties bursting into flames.

Nick you do however raise an important point and one that should be investigated scientifically. However I feel that this has been clouded by your obvious prejudice/dislike/distrust to the tartan tat/Gold brothers. Seperately both are valid points but should be kept seperate or be lost in some tirade. Might I suggest, all kilt maker/sellers of 'repute' organize and investigate the flammability issues.