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Aesthetics in textiles is one of the basic concepts of serviceability of textiles. It is determined by the perception of touch and sight. [1] [2] Aesthetics imply the appearance and attraction of textile products; it includes the color and texture of the material. It is a statement about the end user (consumer) and the target market.
Chemical finishing of textiles refers to the process of applying and treating textiles with a variety of chemicals in order to achieve desired functional and aesthetic properties. Chemical finishing of textiles is a part of the textile finishing process where the emphasis is on chemical substances instead of mechanical finishing. [1] [2 ...
Parchmentising was described in 1850 by John Mercer, who treated cotton with solutions of 110–125 °Tw sulfuric acid, at room temperature, followed by washing. Mercer observed that the treated fabric was soft like fine wool when treated at 110 °Tw, shrank and stiffened at 114 °Tw, or shrank, stiffened, and became semi-transparent from 116 to 125 °Tw.
Finishing adds value to the product and makes it more attractive, useful, and functional for the end-user. Improving surface feel, aesthetics, and addition of advanced chemical finishes are some examples of textile finishing. [3]
Beetling is a textile finishing method used to obtain an aesthetic finish (i.e. lustre) in cotton- or linen-based fabrics. The fabric is wetted and treated with potato starch, and then hammers repeatedly rise and fall on exposed fabric for over 100 hours. [1] The finish imparts a lustrous and absorbent effect which is ideal for linen dishcloths ...
Nowadays, design trends feel like a game of aesthetic whiplash—one day it's all about zen blue hues and spa-like oakwood, and the next, we’re drowning in bouclé textiles and cloud couches ...
Finishing is a broad term that refers to a variety of physical and chemical techniques and treatments that finish one stage of textile production while also preparing for the next. Textile finishing can include aspects like improving surface feel, aesthetical enhancement, and adding advanced chemical finishes. [80]
This floor lamp's marble base, gold finish, and fluted shade lend a modern look that complements any home's aesthetic, from farmhouse to midcentury. $130.00 at target.com