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 …
Knowledge
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 …
Antibacterial
Antibacterial means resistance to the growth of bacteria. Bamboo and hemp are examples of materials that have natural antibacterial properties. Some textiles can also be treated with chemicals to achieve similar effects.
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Fashion Trendsetter – Fiber Dictionary 
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Angora
Angora wool comes from the fur of the angora rabbit and is a very soft, long fibre. The fibres are thin and hollow, making them light, warm and insulating. They also have a halo-like effect around each fibre, making them …
