Fibres And Fabrics Flashcards
Define absorbency
The ability of a fibre to absorb moisture
Define crease resistance
The ability of a fibre to recover after being wrinkled
Fabric specification
A list of requirements used by designers to ensure the correct fabric is used
Water resistance
The ability to resist water droplets for a period of time
Waterproof
The ability to resist water droplets indefinitely
Blending
The mixing of fibres to improve the function of a material
Drupe
The way a material caves under its weight
Technical textiles
Textiles manufactured for their performance not aesthetic value
Sustainable
The ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level
Filament fibre
A long, smooth fibre
Handle
The level of comfort against the skin
Regenerated fibres
Fibres derived from natural sources, using chemical processes
Staple fibre
A short wavy fibre
Disposable
Products intended for one time use
Recyclable
A material suitable to be processed and re made into another product
