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What is "Contract fabric" - Definition & Explanation
Last Updated on: 07-Mar-2024 (4 months, 20 days ago)
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Contract fabric
Contract designed for institutional use -- restaurants, office, hospitals, churches, etc.

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Underlay Stitch

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Foulard

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Elongation

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Snarl

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Sand wash

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Phulkari

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Patchwork

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