Introduction Evaluating fabric quality is essential for manufacturers, suppliers, and quality control professionals to ensure consistent textile performance. Whether working with cotton, wool, silk, or synthetic blends, precise laboratory testing plays a crucial role in determining strength, durability, and appearance standards. This guide explores six essential testing methods, including color fastness, strength testing, and…
Category Archives: Color Fastness to Washing Test
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Jan
Jan
Introduction Accelerated Colorfastness Testing to Laundering, the AATCC TM61 – 2013E(2020) standard offers a detailed framework for conducting the Color Fastness to Washing Test under home and commercial laundering conditions. This test, an essential component of textile durability tests, evaluates fabric performance using an accelerated Washing Fastness Tester. By replicating multiple wash cycles, it provides…
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Oct
Oct
Colour fastness to washing is a textile’s ability to keep its original colour after washing under the specified conditions. This means they will not fade or change colour. It is an important indicator of the quality of printing and dyeing. The unqualified discolouration or staining affects the product’s look and performance. It also harms the…
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Sep
Sep
What is the wash colour fastness rating? Washing fastness is a key test. It shows if textiles can keep their colour when washed. The national standard has 5 levels of colour fastness to washing, from 1 to 5. Level 5 is the best and level 1 is the worst. Specifically: Grade 5: Colours are completely…
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Aug
The colour fastness of textiles to washing refers to the ability of textiles to maintain the original colour (hue, colour depth) after washing under the specified washing conditions, i.e. the textiles will not fade or change colour after washing, which is an important indicator reflecting the quality of printing and dyeing products. The unqualified discolouration…
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Jul
Jul
The test simulates how textiles keep their color. It does so under different conditions. Many types of colour fastness tests exist. These include soap, water, sweat, and light resistance. But, the tests differ in how they sample. Different staff take samples differently, even with the same test method. Habits, judgment, and other factors affect their…
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Jul
Jul
Colour fastness to washing is also called washing/soap fastness. It is a textile’s ability to keep its original colour when washed. It is the ability not to fade or change. Washing is common for clothing care. Color fastness to washing simulates textiles’ color fastness in different detergents and washes. There are various ways to do…
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May
May
color fastness to washing is a critical attribute in the textile industry. It impacts consumer satisfaction and product durability. Understanding how to maintain vibrant colors through many washes is essential. In this discussion piece, we’ll explore color fastness to washing. We’ll also look at testing methods and relevant ISO standards. We will take practical steps…
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Mar
Mar
Colour Fastness to Washing Test is one of the mandatory tests for textiles, today we share a test standard Colour Fastness to Washing Test Test: ISO 105-C08:2010 and explore how to improve the efficiency of the colour fastness test. Scope of Color Fastness to Washing Test This standard specifies a method for determining the…
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Feb
Feb
Have you ever had your favorite shirt lose its color too soon? It’s a common problem affecting our clothes’ looks and manufacturers’ efforts to provide quality textiles. Color fading is more than just annoying; it’s a complex issue involving dyes, fibers, and washing. Let’s simplify everything about it in this guide. The Basics of Color…
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