Glossary of textile terms
Familiarize yourself with the basic terms of the textile industry to better understand our products.
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Single jersey
A thin, soft fabric perfect for t-shirts.
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Rib knit
An elastic fabric often used for cuffs and collars.
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French terry
A dense fabric for sportswear.
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Interlock
A dense, soft fabric with double weave, perfect for children's clothing and pajamas.
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Waffle fabric
A textured fabric with a waffle pattern, used for towels and robes.
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Piqué (Lacoste)
A textured airy fabric popular for making polo shirts.
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Double knit
A light and elastic fabric used for sportswear and sweatshirts.
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Brushed french terry
Warm and soft inside, perfect for winter clothes.
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Rib
A textured, highly stretchable fabric used for cuffs and waistbands.
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Lycra jersey
A thin fabric with added elasticity, suitable for tight-fitting clothing.
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Double-faced fabric
A double-sided fabric used for outerwear and accessories.
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Selanic
A soft, voluminous fabric with excellent thermal insulation, used for sweaters.
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Scuba
A smooth and dense fabric, often used for dresses and sportswear.
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Ottoman
A fabric with transverse ribs, used for jackets and dresses.
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Velour
A soft, velvety fabric popular for loungewear and soft furniture.
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Waffle rib
A textured and elastic fabric for creating cozy items.
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Brushed single jersey
A light fabric with warm brushed inner side, for mid-season clothing.
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Jersey
Elastic and smooth fabric, suitable for dresses and sportswear.
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Fleece
A dense and warm fabric with brushed inner side, perfect for sweatshirts and pants.
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Sanforization
Treating fabric to prevent shrinkage.
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Pigment printing
A printing method that creates a long-lasting and bright design.
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Mercerization
Chemical treatment of fabric to enhance its shine and improve its dyeing ability.
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Dyeing
The process of giving fabric or yarn a specific color using dyes.
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Napping
Creating a soft and velvety surface of fabric by applying special brushes.
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Bleaching
Removing the natural color of the fabric to produce pure white fabric.
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Calendering
The mechanical processing of fabric to give it smoothness and shine.
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Lamination
Applying a protective coating to improve the waterproofing and strength properties of fabric.
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Heat transfer printing
The direct transfer of a pattern or text onto fabric under the influence of high temperature and pressure.
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Anti-pilling treatment
Protecting fabric from pilling, improving its durability.
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Decatizing
Heat treatment of fabric to fix its size and improve its appearance.
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Impregnation
Giving fabric special properties, such as fire resistance or water repellency, using chemical compositions.
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Laser cutting
Using a laser to cut fabric precisely and flawlessly.
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Heat setting
The fixation of fabric sizes and shapes under the influence of temperature.
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Bonding
Joining several layers of fabric to increase density and strength.
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Padding
The technology of applying finishing coating to fabric to improve its texture and characteristics.
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Sublimation
The method of applying images to fabric using heat and pressure.
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Weave
A type of fabric structure that determines its strength, density, and elasticity.