Characteristics of Textiles and Care Labels

Hi there! Right now we are having an introduction to textiles. Here are some characteristic of textiles and some care labels on clothes.

Characteristics:
Warmth: The ability of a cloth to keep the body warm.
Water Absorbency: The ability of cloth to absorb water or liquid.
Shrinkage: The ability of cloth to keep its size.
Durability: How well the cloth can withstand wear.
Dye Fastness: The ability of cloth to keep its original color.
Strength: The ability of cloth to withstand force.
Elasticity: The ability of cloth to return to its size after being stretched.
Crease Recovery: The ability of cloth to recover from creases.
Flammability: The ability of cloth to resist fire.

Care Labels:


Bibliography:
http://blissfullydomestic.com/2008/fabric-care-how-to-care-for-your-clothing
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