In the professional field, poor quality fabrics put our image at risk and even the credibility of the company we work for. It is very unpleasant to perceive that a uniform garment has been made with poor fabric, and consequently has been broken. , faded, or frayed after a short time of use.
Fortunately, we can prevent this from happening by choosing the fabric with which the uniforms are made ourselves. Here are some suggestions to easily recognize how to choose right fabric with a quality fabric from one that is not worth investing in.
What determines quality?
The manufacturing process as well as the fibers and materials used in it have a considerable influence on the quality and durability of the textiles, which is why the production must be subjected to high chemical and performance tests before being marketed.
However, in order to lower production costs, many companies ignore these tests, or allow them to be carried out halfway, resulting in a defective, frayed or faded final product.
How to find the best option?
Never trust companies with little experience or that promise excessively low prices, on the contrary, opt for a provider that offers you a specialized offer in what you are looking for and that is committed to giving you the quality you deserve at the right time.
Each type of fabric has a specific use and characteristics, before examining any type of fabric, determine which ones you need and how you plan to use them.
Before cutting, check:
Width and long
It is very important to consider it to program the layout of the patterns and calculate leftovers during cutting, make sure that the fabric rolls have the appropriate measurements.
Manufacturing defects
Material irregularities such as open wefts, torn corners, missing threads, stains and holes should never be overlooked.
Wrinkle test
Take a part of the fabric and squeeze it in your hand for a few seconds, if when you release it it is very wrinkled, you doubt its quality, unless it is some light fabric intentionally created with this property.
Elasticity
Stretch a part of the fabric with your hands and release it, if it lost its shape, it is a cheap and low quality material.
Grammage
It is a measure of weight that indicates how light the fabric is, that is, if the ratio of grams per meter is appropriate.
Color and design
The tones must be vivid and have uniformity, in the case of fabrics with designs, check that they have homogeneity and delicate finishes.
Trust your hands
Take a few seconds to feel the surface of the fabric, trust your touch since ordinary fabrics tend to have rougher and coarser textures.
Points to consider
The fineness of the fabric determines its behavior and sensation to the touch, thick and rigid fibers will provide greater firmness and resistance to wrinkling, while the finest softness and flexibility with a good drape.
Natural fibers such as silk and wool achieve better finishes, however cotton tends to shrink after washing, so for uniforms it is best to choose fabrics with 5-30% added synthetic fibers (viscose, polyester , nylon, etc.), as they will not stretch and will serve you longer.
Always demand quality
What is cheap is expensive, many times making a purchase decision based on price or speed of delivery puts the quality of our garments at risk, make sure that your investment is worthwhile by always demanding the best.
At beautifulcng we have more than 70 years of experience in the commercialization of textiles, specializing in best fabrics for dresses with all qualities like lines for secretarial uniforms, decoration and table linen. We invite you to know the different options we have for you.