Drawing is a process in the textile industry that involves the reduction of the thickness of fibers through the use of machines. It is also known as drafting and is commonly used in the spinning of...
The capacity of cellulosics to resist creasing. These fabrics can be impregnated with a monomer or precondensate which is polmerised to a thermo-set resin. This process confers increased recovery on...
Greige (pronounced "gray") is a term used in the textile industry to describe fabric that has not yet been finished or processed. Greige fabric is also referred to as "gray goods" or "loom-state...
Elongation refers to a fundamental property of textile materials that measures their ability to stretch or lengthen under tension. It is a crucial factor in determining the performance and behavior...
A light, fine cloth made using carded or combed, linen or cotton yarns. The fabric has a crease-resistant, crisp finish. Linen lawn is synonymous with handkerchief linen. Cotton lawn is a similar...