What is Double Cloth?
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Double cloth fabric is manufactured by adding two or more numbers of warp and weft are interconnected to form 2 layered cloth.
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When 2 or more warp and weft are interlaced to form geometric patterns are also known as double cloth fabric.
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This fabric has 2 right faced fabric. Many fibers can be used to make Double Cloth, such as Wool, Silk, Cotton, Viscose and polyester, depending on the end fabric being produced.
History
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Double weaving is an ancient technique, and is almost as old and generally weaving. Surviving examples of Double Weaving have been found dating back as early as 700 AD.
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William Morris, the Craftsman and designer was well known for using double cloth in his elaborate pieces of fabric.
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These were usually made using silk and wool and heavily patterned. These were produced in the late 19th Century.
What Makes it Stand Out
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Thick |
Double cloth fabrics are made from two different fabrics that are fused together to form a thick and substantial material. |
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Versatile |
The fabric does not have any right or wrong side, it can be worn from any side, that is why it is known as double cloth fabric. |
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Sheer |
The fabric is opaque in appearance. |
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Texture |
The texture and sheen of the fabric depends upon the fibers it consists of. |
Application & Usage
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Clothing |
Shirts, coats, brocades, etc. |
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Accessories |
Ribbons, Linings, etc. |
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Home-furnishing |
Bed sheets, Blankets, etc. |
Care Instructions
- Care for Double Cloth fabric is completely fabric specific .
- That means it depends on the fibers it comprises like cotton double muslin fabric can be hand washed with cold water and mild detergent.
- Whereas, double crepe fabric requires lukewarm water.
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