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A fabric, knit or woven, with an open texture, fine or coarse.

A mesh is similar to fabric or a web in that it has many connected or weaved pieces. In clothing, a mesh is often defined as fabric that has a large number of closely-spaced holes, such as is common practice for modern sports jerseys.

A general term for fabric with open spaces between the yarns. It may be knit, woven or knotted (net) in construction.

A type of fabric characterized by its net-like open appearance, and the spaces between the yarns. Mesh is available in a variety of constructions including wovens, knits, laces, or crocheted fabrics.

A sheet of fabric-like woven fine wire, similar to the kind used for screen doors.

Similar to a pique knit, but with a more open texture for increased breathability. Larger knit than Cool Weave.

Mesh fabric is available in a variety of constructions and is characterized by its net-like open appearance, and the spaces between the yarns.

A woven knit, or knotted material of open texture with evenly spaced holes.

An open-weave knitted or woven fabric that produces a net or sheer-like effect.

refers to a process in the manufacture of cotton and other staple yarns. The fiber is combed to remove foreign matter and the shorter, undesirable fibers, leaving longer, more desirable fibers that...

Foam finishing is an alternate process for applying wet finishes in which the finishing chemical is applied as foam, using air as a diluter instead of water. This process reduces energy and water...

A carbohydrate which is the chief component of the cell walls of plants. Cellulose is found in wood and in cotton, linen, jute, hemp, and all of the bast, leaf, and stem fibers. It is a basic raw...

A floral or scenic design usually printed on cotton or linen. Originally printed in Jouy, France, the fabrics were printed in single colours from engraved copper plates. The designs were...

A sarong is large sheet of fabric, often wrapped around the waist and worn as a skirt by men and women in southeast Asia and Pacific islands, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia. The fabric is...