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2. Flocking (texture) - Wikipedia

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   A diagram of flocking texture. 1 fiber 2 adhesive 3 substrate. Flocking is defined as the application of fine particles to adhesive-coated surfaces, usually by the application of a high-voltage electric field. In a flocking machine the "flock" is given a negative charge whilst the substrate is earthed. Flock material flies vertically onto the ...

3. Units of textile measurement - Wikipedia

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   Textile fibers, threads, yarns and fabrics are measured in a multiplicity of units.. A fiber, a single filament of natural material, such as cotton, linen or wool, or artificial material such as nylon, polyester, metal or mineral fiber, or human-made cellulosic fibre like viscose, Modal, Lyocell or other rayon fiber is measured in terms of linear mass density, the weight of a given length of ...

4. Blocking (textile arts) - Wikipedia

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   Steam blocking is done by hovering a hot, steaming iron over the fabric. Hovering the iron about 1 or 2 inches above the fabric flattens the stitch, makes it thinner, and allows it to hold its shape better. This is the only method that works for blocking synthetics, like acrylic.

5. Broadcloth - Wikipedia

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   The word "broadcloth" was originally used just as an antonym to "narrow cloth", but later came to mean a particular type of cloth. [3] The 1909 Webster's dictionary (as reprinted in 1913) defines broadcloth as "A fine smooth-faced woolen cloth for men's garments, usually of double width (i.e., a yard and a half [140 cm]);—so called in distinction from woolens three quarters of a yard wide.

6. Malden Mills - Wikipedia

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   [1] [2] [3] Initially thought to have started in a boiler, subsequent investigation found it was likely started in a hopper on the "flock" line, [4] where nylon fibers are oriented in a 50,000 volt electric field while applied to adhesive on a backing fabric. Fibers occasionally ignited passing through this field, and despite automatic fire ...

7. These Chic Outdoor Christmas Decorations Will Add Festive ...

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   And luscious greenery and garlands by the yard. When it's time to decorate for Christmas, outdoor Christmas decorations are just as important as interior holiday decor. After all, the best outdoor ...