Burnout, or etched printing, is a method in which chemicals are used to “burn out” part of the fabric through a chemical reaction that creates a semi-transparent pattern or writing in contrast to the more densely woven fabric [1].
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Bouclé
Bouclé comes from the French word for “curled” or “loop,” which describes the fabric’s characteristic texture. Bouclé fabric is used to make clothing, especially coats, jackets, suits, and dresses, but it is also used for interior decoration, such as cushions …
Bleaching
A process to reduce or remove natural or artificial impurities or colours in fabrics in preparation for dyeing or to obtain bright white colours for finished textiles. Chemicals that undergo the bleaching process are sodium hypochlorite (bleach), chlorine dioxide, and …
Bamboo
Bamboo is a fast-growing grass native to tropical regions. Growing and harvesting resembles agriculture more than forestry, although many species look like trees. It does not require fertilisers or pesticides during cultivation. Harvesting occurs after about four years. Manufacturers produce …
Antistatic
Anti-static refers to the ability to counteract the static electricity that allows clothing to stick to the body.
December 2023, TÄNKOM | Revised March 2024 RETHINK
Aramid (aromatic polyamide)
Aramid is an artificial synthetic fibre, a polyamide fibre consisting of long chains of smaller molecules. It can withstand high temperatures and is fireproof. The properties of aramid fibres are built in at the molecular level using chemical structures and …
