Garment washed jeans: impact of launderings on physical properties

Abstract

Purpose -This paper reports on the effects of laundering on physical properties (pilling and edge abrasion) of washed denim fabrics. Design/methodology/approach -Garment washed denim blue jeans were subjected to repeated launderings; the effects of the cycles on pilling and edge abrasion were determined. Data were collected by means of a laboratory experimental factorial design. Analysis of variance was used to determine significant differences in the three garment washed treatments; pre-washed, stone washed and enzyme treated blue jeans. Duncan's test of multiple range determined the source of significance. Findings -The pre-washed jeans were more prone to pilling than the enzyme and stone washed jeans. On the other hand, the pre-washed jeans experienced the least amount of edge abrasion while the stone washed experienced the most. Practical implications -The results can be used by the denim garment manufacturers to design and engineer their products to suit the customer demands. Originality/value -Jeans are an important part of a consumer's wardrobe and a large portion of denim garments are manufactured with some type of garment wash treatment. Results of this study will provide denim garment manufacturers with pilling and abrasion information regarding garment washing treatments to allow them to utilize the garment treatment that best meets their needs.

Effect of repeated laundering and Dry-cleaning on the thermo-physiological comfort properties of aramid fabrics

“…It is also affected by the stresses applied to the yarns during various production processes. The phenomenon of swelling and shrinkage of various fabrics, after laundering and dry cleaning has been reported by several researchers [14,15,34]. In addition to the effect of water and solvent in the laundering and dry-cleaning processes, the mechanical agitation in both the processes affected the fibre and yarn properties.…”

“…Generally, the cleaning process used for these garments include either dry-cleaning (using solvents) or wet cleaning (using water) also known as laundering. These cleaning processes can alter the fabric surface properties, dimensions, physical and mechanical properties [12][13][14][15][16]. Furthermore, the cleaning methods adapted can change the comfort features of the clothing, which may become uncomfortable to wear for extended periods.…”

Rins Yıkamanın Denim Kumaş Performansı Üzerindeki Etkilerinin Araştırılması

“…Card, Moore ve Ankeny [3], jean hazır giyim ürünlerinde yıkama iĢlemlerinin fiziksel özelliklere etkisini araĢtırmıĢtır. %100 pamuk denim kumaĢtan hazırlanan jeanlere enzim ve taĢ yıkama iĢlemleri uygulanmıĢ, yıkama öncesi ve yıkamalar sonrasındaki boncuklanma ve aĢınma dayanımları incelenmiĢtir.…”

Relationship between the Physical Properties and Hand of Jean Fabric

“…Thus, producers have attempted to increase the saleability and add value by considering the hand of jeans products. Some researchers have investigated the effect of different washes or finishes on the tactile and mechanical properties of denim fabric [14][15][16]. However, the relationship between the physical properties and hand of jean fabrics has not been examined, and the characteristics of jean fabrics have not been compared to other fabrics.…”