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Record 1 2011-10-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Fabric Nomenclature
CONT

Heavier weight fabric, "bottom weight" are used in the main to make trousers, etc.

CONT

One way of producing a higher quality cotton is by using two-fold yarns in finer counts. This makes the cloth more compact and supple, and also gives the twill better definition. Soft finishes a strong priority for bottom weights, which are given emersed and sueded surfaces.

Key term(s)
  • bottom weights

French

Domaine(s)
  • Nomenclature des tissus
CONT

Tissus pour «bas» (pantalons, jupes et tailleurs, costumes).

Spanish

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