Properties of Fibres - Consumer Studies

abrasion resistance

ability to withstand rubbing and folding

absorbency

ability to take in moisture

dimensional stability

ability to retain given size and shape through use and care

draping

the way which a fabric will hang, fibres which are soft and pliable drape well

dyeing

A method of giving color to a fiber, yarn, fabric, or garment.

elasticity

The ability of a material to bounce back after being disturbed

electrical conductivity

the ability of an object to transfer electric current

flammability

the ability of a substance to burn

handle

feeling of fabric against the skin and affected by the texture

heat conductivity

ability to transfer heat

heat sensitivity

fiber's reaction to heat

pilling

the formation of balls of fiber on the fabric surface

resilience

ability of the fibre to return to shape following compression and does not crease easily

strength

the ability to maintain shape under the application of force

sunlight resistance

the ability to withstand degradation from sunlight

wicking

pulls moisture away from body