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Panels that are farthest from a seated occupant, for example, outside back, outside arm.
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Chino
A cotton fabric of a left-handed twill. Combined two-ply warp and filling. Has a sheen that remains. Fabric was purchased in China (thus the name) by the U.S. Army for uniforms. Originally used for...
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Obstructive airway disease in people who work with unprocessed cotton, flax, or hemp; caused by reaction to material in the dust and thought to include endotoxin from bacterial contamination....
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Herringbone twill is a popular textile weave pattern characterized by a distinctive V-shaped design resembling the skeleton of a herring fish. This weaving technique creates a durable, textured...
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Cotton Ice is a six-ply, 65% combed cotton/35% bright viscose rayon with 2,100 yds/lb. It is an excellent blend combining the softness of cotton with the sheen and dyeability of rayon. This high...
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A short, lightweight, cotton-like, vegetable fiber found in the seed pods of the Bombocaceae tree. Because of its brittle quality, it is generally not spun. However, its buoyancy and moisture...
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Ajour is a term commonly used in the textile industry to describe a specific type of decorative openwork or cut-out pattern in fabrics. It refers to a technique where holes or voids are created in...
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Antique taffeta is a type of fabric that has a luxurious and timeless appearance, often associated with formalwear and wedding gowns. This fabric is known for its crisp texture, subtle sheen, and...
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Refers to the process of washing with a cellulase enzyme -one which attacks the cellulose in the fabric- giving it a used, worn appearance and a desirable soft hand. The effect is similar to stone...
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The textile industry in the US has a history of over 200 years.