Apparel final exam

• Finishing Fabrics enhances both appearance and function

  true
• is treatment that enhances theperformance with the purpose ofcreating “easy-to-care-for” fabrics

  finishing
• Finishing is grouped in 2 categories:

  chemical and mechanical
• Mercerization of Cotton:• Uses sodium hydroxide• adds strength• Increases absorbency• Improves luster(shine/glow)

  chemical finish
• Brushing/Napping• To produce a raised fuzzysurface

  mechanical finish
• adds smoother, stiffer, luster, polished finish through ironing

  calendering
• removes unwanted sheen

  delustering
• creates dimensional designs by engraved rollers.

  embossing
• plush effect on short fibers using adhesives.

  flocking
• improve strength, absorbency and sheen in cotton usingsodium hydroxide

  mercerization
• adds crinkle effect

  plisse
• evens out pile-woven (raised) fabrics by machine looks likelawn mower

  shearing
• Raises surface of fabric by brushing.

  napping
• finishing fabrics that enhance appearance - calendering, delustering, embossing, flocking, mercerization, plisse, shearing, and napping

  true
• prevents clinging

  antistatic
• helps the garments keep the shape after launderingthrough resins and heat.

  double press
• to reduce shrinkage, known as Sanforizing

  preshrinking
• helps repel water but allows air flow

  water repellent
• resists burning

  flame retardency
• 4 classification of fabric appearance properties

  aesthetics, durability, comfort, and safety
• properties relating to visual effects as well as those perceived by touch-flexibility, hand, luster, piling, resiliency, specific gravity, static electricity, thermoplasticity.

  Aesthetics
• properties relating to resistance to wear and destruction to use - abrasion resistance, chemical effects, environmental conditions, and strength

  durability
• properties relating to physical comfort - absorbency, cover, elasticity, and wickling

  comfort
• properties relating to avoidance of danger or risk of injury-noflammability

  safety
• Would you consider adding aflame retardancy finish to theAramid fiber based on itscharacteristics?

  no, because aramid fiber is already flame resistant
• Would you consider adding a waterproof or water-repellent finish to the Polyester fiber based on its characteristics?

  yes, because the fiber are strong and do not absorb moisture
• Marketing fibers and fabric captures attention of designers,buyers etc

  true
• are responsible for publicizing promotingthe industry efforts (Diamond & Diamond, 2013, p. 252). Forexample, Cotton Incorporated and the National CottonCouncil focus on the cotton industry.

  Trade Associations
• bring fiber producers, manufacturers andwholesales to show and sell their lines. Typically set up in rowsof vendors in booths (ie. Premier vision is an example of atrade show).

  Trade Expositions
• are important, bringsawareness of products and directed atindustry professionals and consumers

  Advertising campaigns
• is where the fiberproducer shares the expense of a designerad when their name is mentioned.

  Cooperative advertising
• Around 85% of alltextiles thrown awayin the US – roughly 13million tonnes in 2017– are either dumpedinto landfill or burned

  true
• United NationsSustainableDevelopment Goalsare the SDGs. Thereare 17 goals to fulfill bythe year 2030

  true
• Some of the SDGs that reflect necessary responsibilityfor the fashion industry can include 6 - Clean water, 8 - decent work, 12 - responsible consumptionand production, 14 – life below water, 15 – life on land.

  true
• Soy• Modal• Lyocell• Hemp• Bamboo• Pineapple Husks• Pina• Coir• Ramie• Silk

  eco-friendly fibers
• from leftover soymilk and tofu, arenewal resource. Characteristicsinclude luxurious sheen, drape-ableand durable. Great for silky women’sintimate wear.

  soy
• from Beech trees (spunreconstituted cellulose). It is soft, drapeseasy, good absorbance and betterlooking when ironed. Does undergosome chemical process like rayon. Isbiodegradable. Primary use is beddingand towels.

  modal
• the by-product of a pineapple,made from its leaves. Fabric is similar tolinen (linen comes from flax). Whencombined with silk or polyester, itcreates a light garment – good forclothing and table linens. It isbiodegradable

  pina
• from coconut, is the area betweenhusk and outer shell. Is biodegradable,can be waterproof. Typically used formattresses and floor mats.

  coir
• Quick replenishment, can bea very soft fabric, and a favourite incarpet and wood flooring. However,there is chemical components inprocessing that is toxic.

  bamboo