What is a two-thread fabric? This is a material that is particularly strong and wear-resistant, but its density, smoothness and shrinkage can vary, depending on the processing features. It can be a rigid canvas or a comfortable suit fabric. To make such fabric, the technology of interweaving two threads is used (hence the name). In most cases, the two-thread consists of 100% cotton, but sometimes for shine it can be mixed with polyester raw materials.
Double-thread fabric - what is it?
The description says that the basic version is a harsh, durable, rough-cut material. It is not subject to additional processing.
There is also a finished two-thread - not everyone knows what it is. It is a fabric that is subject to additional processing.
What is a double thread? It is a fabric woven from double threads. It has several varieties.
Rohozhka
It has a standard plain weave. Unbleached cotton is used in production. The work consists of several stages:
- With the help of a loom, a raw canvas is obtained, which has a gray shade. In some cases, it goes into work as is. Raw canvas is used for packaging, crafts, and organizing space in eco-style.
- The raw fabric is impregnated with an adhesive composition containing starch, an antiseptic and a substance that softens the fibers.
- The canvas is stretched to prevent deformations and distortions.
- In the final stage it is processed by calender rollers to achieve smoothness.
Satin
This is a fabric with a smooth, shiny surface. It is made from cotton that has undergone mercerization (i.e. the cotton fiber is dipped in a solution of alkali and acid in turn). This fiber becomes stronger and is easier to dye. Then, satin is woven from twisted threads (the more twisted the threads are, the more expressive the fabric will be). At the last stage, it is bleached and dyed. Any paints and prints fit perfectly on this fabric.
Atlas
The production of this fabric is very similar to the production of satin, however, in the latter, the weft overlaps four or more warp threads, while in satin there are several weft threads.
Jacquard
This is a fabric with a complex weave of a large number of threads.
Double thread is harsh
The two-thread rough is a fabric that deserves special attention. It is rough to the touch and is obtained at the first stage of manufacturing the two-thread. This fabric is produced with a special finish - an appret, due to which its consumer qualities are significantly improved.
For your information! In general, if the fabric does not go to the next stages of double-thread production, it is dried, deformations are eliminated, and smoothed. The result is a wear-resistant, moisture-resistant, air-impermeable, heat-resistant fabric.
Raw two-thread is not suitable for all products. It is widely used in the production of work clothes (especially for firefighters or employees of hot shops), furniture, insoles, artistic hosts, bags, children's toys.
Caring for a surplus is no different from caring for a regular double-thread.
Please note! It turns out that there is a two-thread knitwear, knitted from two threads. It is also called footer. It is made mainly from cotton, sometimes synthetics are added.
Why is double thread processed?
It would seem, why would an already dense, high-quality fabric need additional processing? It turns out that this gives it additional features:
- even higher density;
- the ability to easily pass air molecules;
- hydrophobicity;
- resistance to mechanical damage;
- increased heat resistance.
Fabric requirements
According to GOST, double-thread fabric must meet the following requirements:
- produced from cotton yarn (linen, etc.), which complies with regulatory and technical documentation;
- the fabric is produced in widths of 90 cm (the permissible deviation can only be ±1.5 cm with the consumer’s consent), 100 cm (the permissible deviation is ±2.0 cm), 310 cm (the permissible deviation is ±3.0);
- the finished fabric must be sheared on both sides and calendered;
- with a nominal surface density of up to 500 g/m², the breaking load of the warp should normally be from 90 (92) daN, of the weft from 65 (67) daN, and with a density of 500 g/m² of the warp - from 105 (107) daN, of the weft - from 100 (102) daN. The tearing load of the warp is from 17.6 (18) daN, of the weft - from 15.6 (16) daN.
Important! Double-thread stretches well if polyester fiber is added during production. Despite this, products made from such fabric retain their original appearance for a long time. Turkish double-thread is most often subjected to such treatment.
Caring for double-thread is quite simple: it tolerates dry cleaning and machine washing at a temperature not exceeding 30 °C with mild detergents, wring out at a low speed. For washing, turn the item inside out, and then dry away from heating devices and direct sunlight. Double-thread items usually do not need ironing. Before washing, it is important to read the instructions on the label.
Application areas
Due to its strength, the material, double thread, has a very wide range of applications, which depends on the density and type of structure (for example, for embroidery, the cells should be visible, and for clothing, on the contrary, the fibers should be tightly intertwined). This fabric is most often used to produce:
- protective work clothing (overalls, jackets, overalls, gloves, pants, etc.);
- furniture upholstery (usually used for the back wall of various furniture elements);
- book bindings;
- canvases for painting;
- packaging materials;
- lining for clothes and shoes;
- bed sheets;
- casual clothing (raincoats, tracksuits, underwear, T-shirts, trousers, etc.);
- shoes (sneakers and trainers);
- children's clothing;
- canvases for embroidery.
Two-thread footer
This is a very dense (170-350 g/m²) soft bi-elastic knitwear, the front side of which is finely knitted and smooth, and the back side is with pile. Such fabric is made by knitting two threads. To make the material elastic and wear-resistant, footer is rarely made of 100% cotton, more often about 20% synthetics or viscose are added to it.
Please note! Footer is not always a two-thread fabric. Sometimes it is made from a three-thread weave.
In both cases, the footer has a number of advantages:
- absorbs moisture;
- breathable;
- retains heat;
- does not form pellets;
- does not stretch during wear;
- undemanding in care;
- has a wide variety of colors and prints.
Footer is ideal for sewing children's and home clothes, suits.
Pros and cons of double thread
Advantages:
- strength and wear resistance due to density;
- non-flammability and heat resistance to high temperatures, which allows for the production of high-quality workwear;
- lightfastness, due to which things do not fade;
- does not deform;
- allows the body to breathe when worn;
- wrinkle-free, which allows you not to waste extra time ironing items;
- moisture permeability, i.e. things will not rot when wet;
- elasticity, however, despite the fact that the fabric stretches perfectly, it does not stretch or sag after a couple of wears;
- wide range of applications;
- low cost, affordable to everyone.
Flaws:
- when using double-thread as a canvas, it is necessary to cover it with glue, since the fabric is subject to deformation from the effects of oil paints;
- When sewing products, the fabric frays a lot, so you always need to take it with a reserve.
Customer Reviews
Marina, 37: “I am very irritated by home clothes, especially pants with stretched knees. Literally a few wears, a couple of washes, and they are no longer in good condition. I read on forums that clothes made of double-thread footer with lycra are worn well. In the end, I found them in a store and I couldn’t be happier. In addition to home clothes, I now adore double-thread tracksuits. The price is great, they don’t shrink, don’t stretch, have been worn for several seasons and haven’t lost their appearance. My husband also appreciated the quality, as these clothes are comfortable to wear both in everyday life and outdoors. They are washed very often. The fabric doesn’t fade.”
Svetlana, 53: “I have seen many complaints in reviews about shrinkage of products after washing. There is a simple solution to this: I buy fabric with lycra (it should contain 20% or more). Then the problem with shrinkage disappears. If it is essential that the fabric for a product is 100% cotton, then it is better to take a reserve of 15-20%. This will give the desired size after decatizing.”
Olga, 40 years old: “Two-thread jersey is great for baby diapers. The products are soft and gentle on baby skin, without hard folds and creases. These diapers hold up well and do not unwind, like, for example, chintz. Very often, when swaddling, I tuck the free edge and do not fix it with anything else. We also tried to buy rompers, bodysuits, and undershirts from two-thread and were satisfied. The clothes are soft, last a long time, warm and comfortable. In addition to baby clothes, after reading reviews, we decided to sew work clothes for my husband from two-thread. He has been wearing them for a long time. Now I can say with confidence that the fabric is very durable and will last for many years. The downside is that the fabric frays catastrophically; when sewing, you just need to overlock it right away.”
In general, having figured out what kind of fabric this double thread is, everyone will draw their own conclusions. But the overall assessment of people who have tried products made from double thread is quite high, especially if you take the price-quality ratio. The only thing that all seamstresses note is that the fabric is very picky to work with, but clothes made from it will always look good.
