Fabric Blends are one which is made up of two or more different types of
fibres twisted or spun together. Blending adds to the quality of the final
product.
Characteristics of Fabric Blends
- It is easy to care.
- It becomes more durable.
- It becomes more soft and luxurious.
- It becomes more resistant to wrinkles.
- It becomes more comfortable to wear.
- It does not shrinks.
- It becomes stronger to withstand lots of wear and multiple washing.
Uses of Fabric Blends
Polyester/Cotton - The tough crease-resistance of polyester combines
with the cool comfort of cotton. It is easily laundered, dries quickly and
is ironed with lower temperature than pure cotton.
Nylon/Wool - The blending of nylon with wool makes the fabric more
absorbent and softer. It becomes more strong and durable.
Nylon/Acetate - This combination makes the fabric more absorbant
than nylon alone.
Ramie/Polyester or Ramie/Acrylic - These two blends help the fabric
to be easily taken care of and it is less stiff than pure ramie fabrics.
Wool/Cotton - These two fabrics benefit from the inherent qualities
of each other after blending. It gives better comfort, better aesthetics and
better performance.
Linen/Silk or Linen/Rayon - These blend helps the fabric to retain
the characteristics of linen along with to make the fabric drape better and
wrinkle less.
Silk/Wool - The blending of silk with wool provides subtle texture
to the fabric. It is generally used for ties.
Rayon/Cotton - This fabric of rayon and cotton blend wears well and
is washable. It is soft and has fuzzy surface. Dresses, suits, sportswear,
men's shirts, etc. are made out of this fabric.
Wool/Synthetics or Rayon/Synthetics - These blends has a very clear
finish and it drapes better and tailors easily. It has exceptional wearing
qualities. The fabric is used for men's and women's suits and coats. Ski
slacks are also made out of these blends.
Cotton/Polyester - The quality of polyester helps cotton to give a
permanent press property. It is extremely soft, resists wrinkling and are
easy to care for. This fabric is widely used as men's dress shirts and
christening apparel.
