Polyester taffeta-190T

Product Description

Polyester taffeta is made to imitate silk taffeta, which is one of the oldest luxury fabrics in the world, dating to the third century when it was woven by Persian artisans. Applications using polyester taffeta run the gamut from high fashion to insulation.

Appearance

Polyester taffeta is fine, tightly-woven, and made in a plain, flat weave with approximately the same number of yarns in both directions. Taffeta can be soft or stiff, and either light or medium in weight. Polyester taffeta can come in a wide range of colors which include metallic hues and has a lustrous surface.

Attributes

Polyester taffeta is naturally UV-resistant and has a low moisture retention rating, allowing moisture to dry rapidly. Polyester taffeta resists stretching and sagging. Polyester taffeta is often put through a moire finish, which gives the taffeta a wavy or rippled pattern that resembles the appearance of light through water.

Used In

Taffeta is used in evening dresses, ribbons, fashion, chiffon, georgette, umbrellas, and in the linings of academic hoods. Softer taffetas are often used in a variety of linings, and even sometimes in electrical insulation.

Care

Taffeta fabric should be dry-cleaned and pressed with a warm (but not hot) iron to straighten any wrinkles. Stains should be indicated to dry cleaning professionals, as additional or special care may be needed if the stain has been set.

Manufacture

Polyester taffeta is usually produced in automated weaving facilities and put through either a yarn or batch-dying process. Yarn-dying taffeta usually produces a heavier, stiffer taffeta which produces a distinct rustle. Batch-dyed taffeta is usually far softer and is usually used as insulation or linings.

About this item

Fabric Content: 100%Polyester

Width: 58/60" Non- stretch

Measurements of 1 yard order = 58 inches x 36 inches, Multiple quantity orders will be in one continuous piece (Example: Purchase Qty: 2, receive 2 yards in one continuous piece).

Used for making: fashion apparel, Lining