FABRIC FINISHES 0.0 / 5 ? Design & Technology: TextilesMaterials and componentsGCSEWJEC Created by: BootsyCreated on: 04-11-17 15:50 What are the 3 main types of finishes? Physical finishes, Chemical finishes and Biological finishes 1 of 13 Why are different finishes applied to fabrics? To alter their properties which will; change the texture, change the apperance, add strength to the fabrics and give protection against liquids 2 of 13 Calendaring Favrics are layed out and are moved through heat rollers to add smoothness to the apperance and texture of the fabric 3 of 13 Laminating The layers of fabric are glued together using heat 4 of 13 Brushing Fabrics are layed under wire rollers making the texture of the fabric fluffy and softer 5 of 13 Flameproofing Chemicals like probane are applied to act as a protective shield slowing burning process 6 of 13 Waterproofing A silicon chemical is sprayed over fabric 7 of 13 Mercerising Fabric is placed in a solution of strong liquid called sodium hydroxide to make the fibres appear shiny and absorbant 8 of 13 Shrink Resistant A chlorine based finish is applied to fabrics to stop them from shrinking and allowing it to become machine washable 9 of 13 Crease Resistant A resin is applied to fabrics 10 of 13 Anti-static A chemical is sprayed over the fabric reducing electrostatic charge 11 of 13 Bleaching A chemical is applied to a fabric 12 of 13 Anti-felting Liquid based product is applied to soften fibres and reduce matting 13 of 13
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