A unit of thermal resistance. The insulation required to produce the necessary heat to keep an individual comfortable at 21 degrees Centigrade with air movement at .1 m/s. One clo is about equal to...
The process of applying dye to fabric on a continuous basis rather on a batchwise process. Uses less energy and water that batchwise processes in principle but there are long periods of time when the...
Cabled yarn is a type of spun yarn that is formed by twisting together multiple plies or singles in a specific manner to create a stronger, more durable yarn with enhanced characteristics. It is...
Frosting in textiles refers to a type of finish or effect that is applied to fabrics to give them a frosted or matte appearance. It is a process that involves the application of a chemical or...
A method of layout to determine a right angle (square corner) in frames, fabric, construction, etc. It derives from the fact that a triangle with sides of 3-4-5 will have a right angle. The legs will...