Cotton knitted fabric refers to fabrics containing 100% cotton. The price of the fabric that is then woven will be higher than that of blended cotton. It is generally used to produce tops, baby clothes, underwear, etc. Next, the editor will introduce to you the characteristics of cotton knitted fabrics.
Characteristics of cotton knitted fabrics:
1. Cotton fabrics have better hygroscopic properties, not to mention 100% cotton. It can absorb moisture from the surrounding air. Its moisture content is between 8 and 10 percent. This The percentage is very friendly to human skin, and the cotton knitted fabric will be very comfortable to wear.
2. In addition to moisture absorption, this type of fabric also has moisturizing properties, because The thermal conductivity of cotton knitted fabric is very low, and its porous structure can store a large amount of air, so the fabric also has good moisturizing properties.
3. Cotton fibers have thermal insulation properties, although the thermal insulation effect is not as good as wool. But it’s still pretty good among natural fibers.
4. Cotton knitted fabric has excellent alkali resistance, even in The structure of cotton fibers will not be destroyed in strong alkaline solutions, but cotton fabrics are not acid-resistant, so neutral or alkaline detergents should be used when washing.
5. Cotton fabrics made of natural fibers are safe and hygienic. It is the conclusion after testing by multiple agencies that the fabric will not irritate the human body or harm health.
6. Cotton fabrics are rich in color and bright, but the color of the fabric is fast The degree is not good enough. In addition, poor elasticity is a common problem of cotton fiber. After all, no fabric is perfect.
7. There is also the fact that cotton fiber is more susceptible to mildew and deterioration in humid conditions. On southerly days, “black spots” are easy to appear on clothes. When storing, clothes should also be placed in a ventilated place. If not worn for a long time, clothes should be taken out from time to time to dry in the sun.
8. The anti-wrinkle performance of cotton knitted fabrics is very average. When folding or It is easy to leave wrinkles after pulling hard, but remember to iron in wet conditions.
