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Sharkskin fabric

Sharkskin fabric

When you hear "sharkskin," you might think of a real shark's smooth, water-resistant skin. On the other hand, sharkskin fabric is finely woven and known for its soft feel and slight sheen. This gui...

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Polyester Fabric

  Property                                             Description  Fabric Type  Synthetic fabric made from PET (polyethylene terephthalate).  Origin  Developed in the 1940s,...

Taslan Fabric

Taslan Fabric

People are becoming more interested in Taslan fabric as a high-performance material for tactical gear, sportswear, and outdoor clothing. This technical fabric is known for having a texture like cot...

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Rubber Fabric

Introduction to Rubber Fabric Rubber fabric is flexible, waterproof and durable. It is commonly used in fashion, sportswear, industrial tools and protective gear. Modern innovations have improved ...

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Pongee fabric

Pongee fabric

What is Pongee Fabric? Pongee fabric is a lightweight to medium-weight woven textile known for its slubbed texture, fine warp and irregular weft. Traditionally made from silk, it is now also availa...

Plisse Fabric

Plisse Fabric

Introduction to Plisse Fabric Plisse fabric is light and has a unique crinkled or wrinkled texture. The word “Plisse” comes from French and means “pleated” or “folded.” This fabric looks stylis...

Petersham Grosgrain Fabric

Petersham Grosgrain Fabric

Introduction to Petersham Grosgrain Fabric Petersham grosgrain is a special type of ribbon fabric with a soft feel and flexible structure. Traditionally used in tailoring for waistbands, hat bands...

Rattan Fabric

Rattan Fabric

What is Rattan Fabric  Rattan fabric is made from a flowering plant in the palm family, Rattan is a versatile and eco-friendly fibre. As a natural fibre with a lot of pliability, rattan may be wov...

Ratine Fabric

Ratine Fabric

What is Ratine fabric  The French term "ratine" refers to a particular kind of wool fabric that has been brushed to give it a fluffy and curly appearance that increases the fabric's durability and...

Olefin Fiber

Olefin Fiber

What is Olefin Fiber Olefin is a synthetic fabric created by combining two different chemicals.  Both ethylene and propylene fall into this category, with propylene being the more prevalent of the...