a) A process that follows the addition of a finish to a textile fabric and in which appropriate conditions are used to effect a chemical reaction.
NOTE:
Heat treatment for several minutes is...
Head coverings during the 16th century ranged from the simple to the complex. The simplest, which was worn throughout the 16th century and well into the 17th, was the "coif". The coif is, quite...
In societies with Jewish and / or Christian traditions, certain types of ceremonial clothing are associated with particular occasions.
Birth
Many Western religions welcome a new-born child into...
Sandwashing is a textile finishing technique that involves treating fabric or garments with sand or abrasive materials to create a soft, worn-in appearance and a subtle texture. This process is...
Capillary action is a phenomenon in textile science that refers to the ability of a liquid to flow through narrow spaces or small pores, such as the gaps between textile fibers or yarns, against the...