Last Updated on: 15-May-2024 (2 months, 12 days ago)
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The sheen mainly found in the wool of the long wool british breeds and in mohair. It is caused by the light being reflected more directly by the large outside scales of the coarser wool.
Gloss of textiles.
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Grey Goods
A fabric in the condition in which it leaves the loom or knitting machine, i.e. before any bleaching, dyeing or finishing treatment has been given to it. NOTE: In some countries, particularly on the...
Read about Grey GoodsLayering
Layering involves the use of a comfort or base layer; an insulation layer; and a protection layer. The base layer comprises clothing worn next to the skin. Perspiration drying on the skin can cause...
Read about LayeringWeft
Knit - The most common type of knit formed by interlocking loops in the widthwise direction. Weft knit tend to have more stretch than warp knits. Examples are interlock, jerseys, double knits, rib...
Read about WeftAttached cushion
Attached cushions are a type of cushion used in furniture upholstery that are designed to be permanently attached to the furniture piece. These cushions are commonly found in chairs, sofas, and...
Read about Attached cushionConvertible Collar
A convertible collar is a distinctive type of collar used in clothing, particularly in garments like shirts, blouses, and jackets. It is characterized by its versatile design, which allows it to be...
Read about Convertible CollarAging
Aging in textiles refers to the changes that occur in a fabric's physical and chemical properties over time, resulting from exposure to environmental factors such as light, heat, humidity, and...
Read about AgingDry-heat fixation
Dry-heat fixation is a textile finishing process that involves the application of heat to a fabric to set the dyes and finishes. In this process, the fabric is exposed to a specific temperature for a...
Read about Dry-heat fixationChamoisette
A fine, firmly knit fabric made from cotton and sometimes rayon and nylon in a knitted, double knit construction. It has a very short soft nap and wears well. Nylon chamoisette is more often called...
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