A New Approach to UV-Blocking Treatment for Cotton Fabrics

John Haozhong Xin; W. A. Daoud; Y. Y. Kong

doi:10.1177/004051750407400202

A New Approach to UV-Blocking Treatment for Cotton Fabrics

John Haozhong Xin, W. A. Daoud, Y. Y. Kong

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Abstract

In this study, a new approach to a uv-blocking treatment for cotton fabrics is developed using the sol-gel method. The treatment forms a thin layer of titania on the surface of cotton fibers, and the treated fabrics show much improved protection against UV radiation. with a UPF factor of 50+ or excellent protection according to the Australian/New Zealand standards. The treated fabrics are also tested for washfastness. The results show that the excellent uv protection rating of the treated fabrics can be maintained even after 55 home launderings, indicating a high level of adhesion between the titania layer and the cotton. A bursting strength test of the treated fabrics shows no adverse effect from the treatment.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	97-100
Number of pages	4
Journal	Textile Research Journal
Volume	74
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1177/004051750407400202
Publication status	Published - 1 Jan 2004

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Chemical Engineering (miscellaneous)
Polymers and Plastics

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