This is a class of narrow width fabric made of cotton, wool or silk. The weaves commonly employed are plain, twill or sateen. Areas of application include tops of skirts, ornamentation and industrial...
In textile manufacturing, a heald refers to a device used in weaving looms to control the movement of warp yarns during the weaving process. It plays a vital role in creating patterns and designs in...
In the textile industry, Decitex (dtex) is a unit of measurement used to determine the linear density or fineness of fibers or yarns. It represents the weight in grams per 10,000 meters of the fiber...
A method of applying shellac finish by repetitive application of shellac, alcohol, oil and pumice. Labor intensive and found on only high-end furniture....
The ability of a fabric to withstand exposure to sunlight, dry cleaning and laundering without fading or running. The types of fiber, dye and treatment used for setting the color determine how...