Dimensional stability of fabrics: Resistance to shrinkage and other dimensional changes

S. F. Ng; Chi Leung Hui; C. Ip

doi:10.1016/B978-0-85709-087-4.50003-2

Dimensional stability of fabrics: Resistance to shrinkage and other dimensional changes

S. F. Ng, Chi Leung Hui, C. Ip

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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Abstract

Dimensional stability is regarded as being of primary importance to finished garments. Garments made from fabrics without dimensional stability may change shape after laundering, which is undesirable for wearers. This chapter discusses the principles of dimensional stability in textiles, factors affecting dimensional stability in fibres and fabrics, and methods that can be used to improve dimensional stability in textiles. A detailed account of dimensional stability in knitted fabrics is also given.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Understanding and Improving the Durability of Textiles
Publisher	Elsevier Ltd
Pages	59-69
Number of pages	11
ISBN (Print)	9780857090874
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-85709-087-4.50003-2
Publication status	Published - 1 Sept 2012

Keywords

Dimensional stability
Shrinkage
Textiles

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Materials Science(all)

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