Textile Institute of Pakistan: Tufted Fabrics

Questions and Answers

What materials can be used in braiding that are not typically used in weaving?

Only natural fibers

Straws and strips of fabric (correct)

Only yarns

Metal wires

Which of the following is a characteristic of braided fabrics?

They cannot be dyed or printed

They have a wide width

They offer a good covering effect (correct)

They can be produced at a high cost

For what purpose can tubular braided fabrics be utilized?

Producing hose pipes and ropes (correct)

Making intricate designs for clothing

Creating hats and accessories

Crafting structural components

What advantage do braided fabrics have concerning production?

They can be produced cheaply and on a large scale Signup and view all the answers

Which item is NOT commonly made from braided fabrics?

T-shirts Signup and view all the answers

What effect does dyeing and printing have on braided fabrics?

They can be dyed and printed easily Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary material used for the foundation cloth in tufted fabrics?

Cotton, wool, or jute Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic is NOT associated with tufted fabrics?

High tensile strength Signup and view all the answers

Which description is true about the production of tufted fabrics?

Woven fabric is made first before tufts are inserted. Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use for tufted fabrics?

Carpets and rugs Signup and view all the answers

Why is dyeing and printing difficult on tufted fabrics?

Tufts are first dyed and then inserted. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of laced fabrics?

Openwork created through intermeshing yarns Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the repairability of tufts in tufted fabrics?

Hard to repair once removed. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a use of tufted fabrics?

Sofas Signup and view all the answers

Which method is NOT used for intermeshing yarns?

Using sewing machines Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes 'Real Lace' from lace produced by modern machines?

Real Lace is made entirely by hand Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary characteristic of laced fabrics?

High elasticity allowing stretching Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following products is NOT typically made from laced fabrics?

Heavy blankets Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about braiding is correct?

Braiding can involve cut strips of cloth Signup and view all the answers

How does the interlacement in weaving differ from that in braiding?

Weaving involves yarns interlacing at right angles Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential challenge of using laced fabrics?

They cannot be printed Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following methods involves the use of a shuttle?

Tatting Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Tufted Fabrics

Composed of foundation cloth (commonly cotton, wool, or jute) and tufts.
The foundation cloth is typically woven in a plain weave or open structure.
Tufts are inserted into the foundation cloth’s open spaces using machines or by hand.
Characteristics include softness, low tensile strength, and bulkiness.
Production is time-consuming; tufts are dyed before insertion for color effects.
Limited design capabilities; difficulty in dyeing and printing.
Common applications include carpets, rugs, mats, bed covers, and decorative fabrics.

Laced Fabrics

Openwork fabric formed through intermeshing yarns by various techniques: needle point, pillow lace, tatting, and crochet.
Historically handmade until the invention of an automatic lace machine in the early 1800s, which decreased production costs.
Known as "Real Lace," handmade versions are time-intensive and costly.
Features low coverage, high elasticity, and similarity to knitted fabrics.
Dyeing is feasible, but printing is not.
Used in shawls, scarves, curtain fabrics, and decorative textiles, as well as fishing nets.

Braided Fabrics

Created through braiding or plaiting, where three or more yarns are interwoven.
Can also utilize cut fabric strips or straw in the braiding process.
Similar structural characteristics to woven fabrics, yet have narrower widths.
Distinctions from weaving: requires three or more yarns, interlaces at various angles, and can include materials beyond yarn.
Known for good coverage, easy dyeing and printing, and cost-effective large-scale production.
Utilized in belts, cords, shoelaces, ribbons, hats, rugs, and tubular forms for hoses and ropes.

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Explore the fascinating world of tufted fabrics in this quiz tailored for Textile Institute of Pakistan, Karachi students. Learn about the unique combination of foundation cloth and tufts, and understand the various materials used in this fabric technology. Test your knowledge and gain insights into the classification and types of fabrics.