1.4 use of finishes

What are fabric finishes?

Fabric finishes modify fabrics to enhance or add properties they do not naturally have and can be applied at different production stages.

What are the advantages of fabric finishes?

Advantages include being removable or changeable, helping meet specific standards, improving function and aesthetics, adding value, extending lifespan, and enhancing easy-care properties.

What are some disadvantages of fabric finishes?

Disadvantages include increased costs due to additional processes, the need for multiple finishes, negative effects on fabric properties, semi-permanency of some finishes, and environmental health concerns from chemicals.

What is the brushing/raising process in mechanical finishes?

Fabric is passed through a raising machine which lifts fibers to create a soft texture, typically used in brushed cotton and wool coatings.