In the last decade non-woven textiles have been used for various purposes in museums. This paper examines current non-woven textile products available on the market and suggests some ways in which these new products can be used for conservation purposes. Understanding the methods of production of non-woven textiles helps the user to identify the component parts of these products and to evaluate these textiles for use in conservation work. The formation of bonded, needle felt and spunbonded textiles is discussed. Differences in physical structure and properties are outlined. A simple technique of microscopic examination helps to determine whether adhesive is present. New non-woven products which have not traditionally been used in a museum setting offer possibilities for conservation use. Examples of two such products are discussed.