Side-to-side shading occurs when one edge of a dyed fabric looks darker than the other, or when the center differs from both sides. The defect often appears after dyeing, drying, fixation or washing-off. By that stage, several small widthwise differences…

Moisture can create two different thermal effects in a textile. A hygroscopic fiber may release heat as it takes up water vapor. Liquid sweat, however, can lower a fabric’s temperature when it spreads over a larger area and evaporates. This…

Slub yarn is a type of yarn with uneven thickness along its length. Some sections are fine, while others are thicker and raised. These thicker parts are call “slubs” because they look similar to the joints of bamboo. In the…

100% cotton, pure cotton and all cotton can describe the same basic fiber composition under China’s textile labeling rules. They are alternative expressions, not different quality grades. Phrases such as “100% pure cotton” repeat the same claim, while names such…

Two fabrics can both be quoted as “100% cotton, Ne 40/1” and still feel completely different. One feels soft and full. The other is dry, firm, or almost papery. Yarn twist is often the missing number behind that difference. It…

Natural Fiber Guide | Kapok Fiber | Textile Materials and Processing This fiber is often mentioned together with cotton because of its soft appearance and plant origin. However, kapok is not the same as conventional cotton. Its hollow structure, chemical…

Fancy yarn gives fabric a surface that regular smooth yarn cannot create. For many knitwear, sock, coat, scarf, curtain, and upholstery projects, the buyer is not only asking for a yarn count or a fiber blend. They are asking for…

Functional Textile Guide | Cooling Yarn | UV-Protective Yarn | Summer Apparel In hot summer weather, lightweight fabric is no longer enough. Consumers now expect summer clothing to feel cool, breathable, and protective under strong sunlight. As a result, UV-protective…

Textile Knowledge | Yarn Structure | Fabric Durability and Comfort When people compare fabrics, they often focus on fiber content, weight, or finishing. However, the form of the yarn also matters. Staple yarn and filament yarn come from different fiber…