Woven Construction Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common weave and why?
A
Plain weave because it’s simple and cheap to produce
2
Q
What are the properties and variations of a plain weave?
A
Strong, firm and hardwearing
Plain, thick, thin, fancy and colourful
3
Q
What is the name of a lightweight plain and what fabrics is it used for?
A
Voile
Sheer fabrics
Cotton, silk, nylon, and rayon
Blouses, children’s wear, dresses and curtain
4
Q
What is Ripstop?
A
A high-performance plain weave
Some of the warp and weft threads are doubled up
5
Q
What is the name of a plain weave warp-faced cotton type which shows weft way ribs on its surface?
A
Poplin
