Cotton is one of the most important crops in the world, with large yields and low production costs, making cotton products relatively cheap. Cotton fiber can be made into various specifications of fabrics, from light and transparent voile to thick canvas and thick velveteen, suitable for making all kinds of clothes, furniture fabrics and industrial fabrics. So how to choose cotton? Do you have any tips when purchasing? In this special topic, we will teach you how to choose pure cotton.
Introduction to cotton
01 What is cotton?
A proper noun generally used in materials such as clothing, with a cotton content of 95%-100%
02 What is the difference between pure cotton and pure cotton?
100% cotton and pure cotton are the same in terms of cotton content. It’s just that cotton is a proper term for materials such as clothing, and the processing is slightly different. Essentially, there is no difference between 100% cotton and 100% cotton.
03What are the advantages of cotton?
Moisture absorption, heat preservation, heat resistance, alkali resistance, hygienic.
04What are the disadvantages of cotton?
Easily wrinkled, easy to shrink, easy to deform, easy to stick to hair, and not acid resistant.
Classification of cotton
Cotton fabrics are strong and wear-resistant and can be washed and ironed at high temperatures. Cotton is comfortable to wear because it absorbs and removes moisture quickly. So what types of cotton are there?
| Category | Pure cotton | Polycotton | Elastic cotton | Ice cotton | Lycra cotton | Combed cotton | Mercerized cotton | Washed cotton |
| Introduction | Clothes with 95%~100% cotton content | Polyester and cotton blended fabric | 98% cotton 2% elastic Mixed weaving | Crepe-dyed paper glue-sensitive coating | 95% cotton 5% lycra | Remove shorter fibers and leave longer neat fibers | Worsted from cotton into high-quality weaving yarn, and then processed into high-quality mercerized yarn | Using cotton as raw material and specially treated to make it more lustrous Soft and somewhat old material feeling |
| Advantages | Moisture absorption, heat preservation, heat resistance, alkali resistance, hygiene | Good elasticity, wear resistance, not easy to shrink | Adapt Bendable, not easy to wrinkle, full of elasticity | Breathable, cool, soft to the touch, non-shrinking | Extremely stretchable, loose and natural | More tough, not easy to pill, washable and durable | Bright gloss, soft, comfortable, no discoloration, no pilling | Good comfort and feel Soft, sweat-absorbent, good pulling force, strong thermal insulation, washable |
| Disadvantages | Easy to wrinkle, shrink, deform, easy to stick to hair, not acid resistant | No high temperature, boiling water, easy to absorb oil, dust, non-degradable | It is easy to deform and fall apart over time | Lack of elasticity, easy to wrinkle, easy to fade, easy to lose shape, not acid resistant | ||||
| Clothing features | Sweat-absorbent and comfortable | Tall and not easy Wrinkles, easy to wash, quick-drying | Light and beautiful, comfortable and breathable, low cost, good pressure resistance | The surface has natural wrinkles and the clothing is thin and not transparent | Small binding force, not easy to grow mold, good hand feel | Smooth surface without neps, soft and solid | Good brightness and fresh color , Not easy to break | Not easy to deform, not fade, heat preservation, environmentally friendly and non-toxic, outstanding film feel |
Tips for purchasing pure cotton
Is all cotton equal to pure cotton? Many friends have doubts about this when shopping. In fact, pure cotton fabrics are made of cotton. They have a high cotton content and are comfortable to wear. When the cotton content is more than 70%, it is called pure cotton. When I saw 100% cotton when shopping, many friends had doubts about 100% cotton and pure cotton. So what are the tips when purchasing cotton?
Four tips for purchasing pure cotton
1 Look at the label
The label of pure cotton fabric is marked: 100% cotton.
2 Appearance on the surface
Cotton has a lot of lint and poor surface finish.
3 Check the feel
Pure cotton has a soft luster, soft feel, poor elasticity and easy wrinkles.
4 Burn with fire
The cotton will burn quickly, with orange flame and blue smoke. After burning out, the ash is few and linear. The ash is fine and soft, light gray in color, and easily turns into powder when touched.
Cleaning and Maintenance of Cotton
Cotton products are soft and highly absorbent, and have gradually become a household necessity. Although it is used every day, people do not pay attention to its cleaning and maintenance. How to clean and maintain cotton products is very particular. Let’s take a look at the cleaning and maintenance of cotton products!
Care according to the label instructions
Be sure to pay attention to the cleaning conditions stated on the label, such as the suitable cleaning temperature, suitable cleaning agents, etc.
Choose detergent with mild performance
Avoid pouring detergent directly on clothes, causing discoloration of clothes. Use chlorine bleach as little as possible.
Avoid overheating of water temperature
When using special clothing detergent, the optimal water temperature is 40~50°C. Wash dark and light-colored clothes separately to avoid color fading and color stringing caused by overheating of water temperature.
Avoid hard objects
Try to avoid washing clothes with zippers, hooks or buttons together to avoid mutual damage.
Do not use softeners frequently
After using fabric softeners containing silicone, a layer of silicone oil will remain, affecting the water absorption of the clothes.
After washing, fully unfold the clothes
After drying, expose them to the sun for ten minutes, so that the clothes are soft and sterilized. Or tumble dry in the dryer to make the cotton clothes more fluffy and soft, but the time should not be too long.
Place it in a clean and ventilated place
Place cotton clothes in a ventilated and dry place to prevent the clothes from getting damp and moldy. Desiccant and mothballs can also be placed.
Dry in the sun at the right time
Every few months, you can dry the stored clothes in the sun. Patting the clothes gently can keep them fluffy.
