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What is "Chainette" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 28-Apr-2024 (2 months, 29 days ago)
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Chainette
A tubular cord produced on a circular knitting machine.

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Marled

yarns made up of 2 different colors, produced by combining fiber strands (rovings) of 2 different colors, or twisting together 2 yarns of different colors, or by cross dyeing plied yarns of 2...

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Blotch

Uneven absorbtion of wood stain due to changing directions of the wood grain at the surface. Some woods such as pine, cherry and maple are prone to blotch. This is sometimes confused with "figure"...

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Yarn slippage

The resulting opening of the weave when fabric lacks the tensile strength to prevent shifting at the seams. When you apply force, the yarns in the fabric slip to open up the weave, but not the seam...

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Plied Yarn: The Twisted Tale of Durability and Versatility

A yarn composed of two or more single yarns twisted together. Many two-ply yarns are used in carpet. In cut-pile carpet, eg, saxony, plied yarns must be heat-set to prevent untwisting under traffic....

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Back Strap

Strap across the back of a garment at the waist usually fitted with a buckle, or other method of adjustable fastening, and used to adjust the fit of the garment, within limits, to the wearer's...

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Degree of Orientation: From Alignment to Innovation

In textile manufacturing, the degree of orientation refers to the alignment or arrangement of fibers within a fabric or textile structure. It is a measure of how well the fibers are aligned in a...

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SPF

(Sun Protection Factor) SPF measures the effectiveness of sunscreen on the body. the test for SPF is done by using a living organism or body to measure the length of time it takes for the skin to...

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Ladder Yarn

The world of textiles encompasses a wide range of materials and techniques, each with its own unique characteristics. One such fascinating textile is ladder yarn. In this article, we will explore the...

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