11. Care and Maintenance of Fabrics
The chapter addresses the care and maintenance of fabrics, emphasizing the significance of proper cleaning and preservation strategies that enhance durability and appearance. It outlines various methods for stain removal, laundry techniques, and the importance of using appropriate cleaning agents. Additionally, the chapter discusses the role of care labels in guiding consumers in maintaining their fabrics correctly and identifies factors affecting fabric care including fiber composition and finish.
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What we have learnt
- Understanding various methods for caring and maintaining fabric products.
- Identifying different types of stains and applicable removal techniques.
- Recognizing the significance of textiles care labels in guiding maintenance practices.
Key Concepts
- -- Mending
- The act of repairing damage to fabric products to prolong their usability, including methods like repairing cuts and replacing fasteners.
- -- Laundry
- The process of cleaning fabrics, which includes washing, stain removal, ironing, and finishing to restore appearance and hygiene.
- -- Stain Removal
- Techniques and reagents used to treat unwanted marks on fabrics, categorized into various types based on the stain's origin.
- -- Care Label
- A permanently affixed label that provides essential care instructions for maintaining fabric items, detailing washing, drying, and ironing guidelines.
- -- Drycleaning
- A method of cleaning fabrics without water, using chemical solvents to efficiently remove dirt and stains while preventing shrinkage and deformation.
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