A comparative study on handle properties of bamboo and cotton fabrics

Abstract

Softeners are of great importance in textile processing. The aim of this treatment is to achieve a soft handle to facilitate the processability and improve wettability. In this study, it was aimed to investigate the effect and washing durability of various softeners on handle properties of cotton and bamboo knitted fabrics. Six types of softeners were applied to the fabrics. Moreover, the washing durability of the softeners after 5, 10 and 20 washing cycles were tested. Handle characteristics such as drapeability, kinetic friction coefficient and circular bending rigidity were measured. The results were statistically evaluated. It was determined that softening treatment does not have a successful performance in bamboo fabrics as it has in cotton fabrics.

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“…In the drape test, a circular specimen is held concentrically between two smaller horizontal discs and allowed to fold under its weight. A light is shined from underneath the specimen, and the shadow cast by the fabric is observed [22]. The draped image of the mounted fabric sample is captured by a digital camera mounted above the drape meter.…”