Fabric Finishes 3.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? Design & Technology: TextilesASAQA Created by: Lauren JenkinsCreated on: 11-05-13 13:21 What is a Fabric Finish? A fabric finish is applied at different stages of the production process and improves the appearance or properties of a product. 1 of 23 What are the 4 Types of Fabric Finishes? Physical, Chemical, Biological, Coated 2 of 23 Name 5 reasons for adding a Fabric Finish? Enhance Appearance, Change Texture, Improve feel & Drae, Modify Wearing Qualities, Modify Care requirements 3 of 23 What is a Chemical Finish? A process which involves chemical substances and is applied to a cloth through coating or spraying. 4 of 23 Name 5 reasons to apply a Chemical Finish to a fabric. Water Repellenc, Stain Resistency, Crease Resistency, Flame Retardency, Shrink Resistency 5 of 23 What is Teflon/Scotchguard used for? Water Repellency and Stain Resistance. 6 of 23 What is the process to apply Teflon/Scotchguard? 2 Ways - 1. Chemicals, usually silicone based are sprayed on. 2. Silicone based finish applied which stops the absorption of flames. 7 of 23 The process applying Resin to fabrics achieves Crease Resistency - why is this process used when making School Uniforms? Fpr convenience and smart appearance. 8 of 23 Proban is used when making Childrens Nightwear and Home Furnishings - why? It gives the fabric Flame Retardency. 9 of 23 Why do some Fabrics need to be Flame Retardent? Safety is required as it is against the law to sell some products witout proving that the product is okay for children an home. 10 of 23 What's the importance of adding Shrink Resistency to Fabric? To assure shape and durability. 11 of 23 What do Physical finishes involve? Physical Finishes involve machines that use heat, pressure, steam and mechanical processes 12 of 23 Name 3 types of Physical Finishes Brushing, Embossing, Calendaring, Pressing, Stone Washing 13 of 23 Which Physical finish gives the fabric a fluffy, warm finish? Brushing (Dog Brushing) 14 of 23 Which process uses synthetic fabrics, which are passed between heated rollers which give fabric an inset pattern? Embossing. 15 of 23 What is Calendaring used for? To give the fabric a smooth finish. 16 of 23 Name an example of a garment that uses Permanent Press? A Schoolskirt. 17 of 23 What process is used to achieve Permanent Pressing? Application of pressure with or without steaming or heating 18 of 23 Which type of finish uses Natural Enzymes? Biological. 19 of 23 What are the 2 types of Biological Finishing? Biostoning & Biopolishing. 20 of 23 What are the advantages of using Biostoning over Stonewashing? It's cheaper and is better for the environment 21 of 23 Give an example of a fabric with a Coated Finish. PVC 22 of 23 What is Teflon used for when coated on one side of fabric? Stain Resistency. 23 of 23
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