The first meaning is the actual number of warp threads and
filling picks per inch in any cloth that has been woven. It is written, say 88 x 72. This means that there are 88 ends and 72
picks per inch in the fabric. When
texture is the same, such as 64 x 64, the cloth is classed as a “square”
material. Sheeting, with regard to
texture, is often referred to, for example, as a Number 128, Number 140,
etc. Consideration of the number 128
means that the total number of ends and picks per inch is 128. Thus, there might be in the texture 72 ends
and 56 picks, or 68 ends and 60 picks, or 64 ends and 64 picks which is a
square fabric texture. A 140 sheeting
would be better than a 128 sheeting since there would be more ends and picks to
the inch in the former. Texture is also
much used by the public and in advertising circles to mean the finish and
appearance of cloth for sale over the counter or in the finished garment state.
Do you also want to learn about textured hosiery, textured
yarn or texturizing? Well, maybe we will
discuss those fashion industry terms
in the near future.
If you enjoy learning about fabric, you may want to also
read up on tricot
so you can sound super smart when conversing with your apparel industry
friends.
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