Properties given to textile materials using additives to eliminate or prevent the growth of bacteria and fungi. Usually, the additives remain after initial washing but may be washed out over a period...
A flat. ribbed fabric woven with fine yarns in the warp, with heavier yarns in the filling.using a plain weave. The ribbed effect is flatter than gross grain and smaller than a repp. The fabric is...
Alternating Twist in Textiles: A Detailed ExplorationIntroductionThe textile industry, with its myriad of processes and techniques, has a complex and fascinating language all its own. One such term...
Moisture Regain in Textiles: A Key to Material PerformanceIntroductionIn the complex world of textiles, understanding the nature and behavior of fibers is of paramount importance. One crucial aspect...
The process of physically compressing (or shrinking) woven fabrics so that they don't shrink unacceptably when a customer washes them. Most fabric processes work under tension that stretch fabrics as...