Generic term for any synthetic fiber finer than silk. Fabrics made with micro fibers are soft, lightweight, breathable and durable. Currently popular in outdoor activewear. Fibers made using...
In the context of textiles, "smooth" refers to the surface texture of a fabric or material. A smooth fabric is characterized by a lack of roughness or unevenness, giving it a sleek and polished...
The removal of dye from a fabric by rubbing. Crocking can be caused by insufficient dye penetration or fixation, the use of improper dyes or dyeing methods, or insufficient washing and treatment...
A system of coated fabric or laminated fabric along with support cables, edge ropes, clamps, neoprene, roof drains, arch wear strips, and anchor bolts that constitutes the outside top covering of a...
Cover stitch is a sewing technique widely used in the textile industry to create durable, stretchable, and professional-looking seams on knit fabrics. It involves two or more parallel lines of...