Effect of Knit Structure and Finishing Treatments on Functional and Comfort Properties of Cotton Knitted Fabrics

Abstract

This study demonstrated that the changes in functional and comfort properties of knitted cotton fabrics were determined by the knitted structure as well as type and concentration of finishing agent. To improve the comfort properties, one should ensure the smoothness of fabric surface, air permeability, heat transmittance as well as hydrophilicity of the knitted fabrics, by selecting the proper knit structure and/or by applying the proper finish such as bio-finish. Soft-finished fabric samples had lower tendency to shrinkage and lower stiffness unless compared with other finished fabrics. The functional properties of the finished cotton knits, i.e., antibacterial and water repellent, depend to a great extent on the type of finish.

Synthesis and Characterization of Freeze Dryer Chitosan Nano particles as Multi functional Eco-Friendly Finish for Fabricating Easy Care and Antibacterial Cotton Textiles

“…Textile substrates, particularly of natural source, are adequate source for the suitable growth of bacteria as they deliver the circumstances like moisture, temperature, oxygen, and nutrients that are vital for their growth [28]. Cellulosic fabrics, especially cotton is extensively employed in the field of clothing due to their renewability, ecofriendly, hydrophilic properties, air permeability and comfort ability [29]. However, cellulose-based textiles are carriers of micro-organisms and more liable to bacterial attack than synthetic textiles; due to their properties of porosity, hydrophilic nature along with the ability to maintain water, oxygen, and nutrients, they promote bacterial growth, body odor, and also loss performance properties [30].…”

Effect of Knitting Parameters on Moisture Management and Air Permeability of Interlock Fabrics

“…However, the authors did not study the interlock structure and the effect of knitting machine gauge. Ibrahim et al [13] studied the effect of knitting structure and finishing treatments on the comfort properties of textiles. They concluded that single jersey fabric takes longer to absorb water droplet as compared with single pique fabrics.…”

Дослідження Впливу Переплетення На Світлостійкість Забарвлень Бавовняного Трикотажу

“…Постановка завдання. Відома робота [9], в якій досліджено вплив заключної обробки бавовняного трикотажного полотна (пом'якшення, біо-, антибактеріальна та водовідштовхуюча обробки) та виду його переплетення на функціональні та гігієнічні властивості текстильного матеріалу.…”

“…Трикотаж стає все більш популярним матеріалом для виготовлення одягу. Так за результатами, що представляє Українська асоціація підприємств легкої промисловості [1], у 2017 р. виробництво, а отже і споживання, одягу з трикотажу більше, ніж з тканин у 1,3 рази.…”