Textiles-Fabric Finishes 3.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? Design & Technology: TextilesGCSEAQA Created by: KateCreated on: 21-04-13 18:43 What are the main type of finishes? Physical, chemical, biological,coated 1 of 14 What is a physical finish? Where a machine or tool is used to change the fabric 2 of 14 What is a chemical finish? Where chemicals are used to change the fabric 3 of 14 What is a biological finish? Where bacteria and enzymes are used on cellulose-base fibres 4 of 14 What is a coated finish? Where the fabric is coated on one side with a substance. 5 of 14 Give some examples of why fabrics are finished. Enhance appearance, change texture, improve feel, improve drape, modify wearing qualities, modify care requirements 6 of 14 What is brushing and what effect does it give to a fabric? Wire rollers brush the surface to give it a raised surface making its handle softer 7 of 14 What is Calendering and what does it do to the fabric? When heavy rollers press the fabric to make it smoother and improve sheen 8 of 14 What is embossing and what does it do? Engraved rollers create a relief pattern on fabric changing the texture and appearance 9 of 14 How is a fabric finished to reduce further shrinkage? Fabric is steamed and placed over a vibrating conveyer belt 10 of 14 How is a fabric made water-repellent? Silicone is sprayed onto surface 11 of 14 How is a fabric made stain-resistant? Resin is applied 12 of 14 How is fabric made flame-resistant? Chemicals are applied 13 of 14 How is a fabric made Shrink resistant? Fibres scales are removed with chlorine or resins block scales 14 of 14
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