Fabric Finishes and Microfibre

In which of the following has the fabric performance been enhanced by the application of a finishing technique?

• Shrink-resistant cotton shirt

• Moisture-wicking active wear

• High-stretch medical bandage

• Non-laddering children’s tights

What properties of nylon microfibre make it suitable for athletic wear?

• Absorbs water, light weight

• Repels water, heavy weight

• Releases perspiration, light weight

• Retains perspiration, heavy weight

What is a sutible fabric finish for a textile fabric that can be used to cover the seats on public transport.

(a)  

Which properties of a nylon microfibre fabric make it suitable for use in the formal dress shown?

• Shrink resistant, cool to wear

• Silk-like appearance, absorbent

• Smooth handle, good conductor of heat

• Good drape, excellent heat-setting ability

Which fabric finish is required by law to be applied to textile furnishings used in a public cinema?

• Soil resistant

• Fire retardant

• Stain retardant

• Water resistant

In which of the following textile items is the application of a soil-resistant finish most important in maintaining the appearance of the item?

• Apron

• Carpet

• Curtain

• Bed sheet

Which type of finish would be best to use on stage curtains in a public theatre?

• Soil resistant

• Fire retardant

• Crease resistant

• Moisture retardant

The lounge covers in a hotel lobby have been re-upholstered with 100% cotton pile weave fabric. Which of the following finishes should be applied to the fabric to best meet the hotel’s serviceability and safety requirements?

• Soil resistant and fire retardant

• Water repellent and soil resistant

• Abrasion resistant and soil resistant

• Abrasion resistant and fire retardant

Which is an example of a soil-resistant finish?

•  Mercerisation

• Proban® 

•  Sanforisation

•  Scotchgard™

A Flurochemistry finsh on fabric protects the fabric to be......

• Flame retardant

• Soil resistant

• Water repellent

• Crease resistant