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ARMURE CREPE [1 record]

Record 1 2005-09-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Thread Spinning (Textiles)
DEF

A weave having a random distribution of floats so as to produce an "all-over" effect in the fabric to disguise the repeat.

CONT

The crepe weave is a class of weaves that present no twilled or other distinct weave effect but give the cloth the appearance of being sprinkled with small spots or seeds.

CONT

The crepe weave is a classic construction that is suitable for all kinds of upholstery.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Filature (Textiles)
CONT

Un tissu crêpe est un tissu léger caractérisé par une surface d'aspect «froissé» ou «chiffonné». Cette surface peut être obtenue par : l'utilisation d'un fil de torsion élevée [...] une armure crêpe [...]

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