Curly velvet printing: textile technology information that combines texture and pattern
Curly velvet printing is a special textile processing technology that combines printing technology with curly velvet fabrics. Relying on the fluffy and soft basic characteristics of curly velvet fabrics, it gives the fabric rich patterns and color layers through precise printing technology. It not only retains the practical properties of warmth and warmth of curly velvet, but also enhances the fashionable design of the fabric. It is one of the popular techniques in the field of autumn and winter textiles.
Curly velvet fabric is the core carrier of printing. Its main raw material is polyester fiber (polyester), and some high-end models will add 3%-5% Spandex enhances elasticity, and the fibers are short and dense in a naturally curly shape. The fluff is high in fluffy and soft to the touch like clouds. It also has the basic advantages of anti-pilling, anti-static, and not prone to lint. This type of fabric has a special pile structure. When printing, it is necessary to adapt to its texture characteristics. Only by choosing a process that does not destroy the fluffiness of the pile and has strong adhesion can the printing effect and fabric texture be guaranteed.
The process type of curled velvet printing is mainly adapted to the characteristics of the fabric. There are three mainstream types: one is digital direct printing, which uses digital equipment to directly print dyes on the surface of the fabric. The pattern has high precision and can restore fine details and gradient colors. It is suitable for complex designs such as flowers, cartoons, and abstractions. The process is environmentally friendly and has no waste water pollution; the other is thermal transfer printing. The pattern is first printed on the transfer paper and then transferred to the curled velvet through high temperature and high pressure. The color is bright and saturated, and the color fastness is excellent. The color fastness to dry rubbing can reach up to Level 4-5, wet rubbing color fastness level 3-4; third is screen printing, suitable for large-area, simple geometric patterns or text. The printing layer is thick and has strong adhesion, and is suitable for making fabric products with strong visual impact.
The production process of curly velvet printing pays attention to details. The core steps are: pre-processing the curly velvet fabric, pre-washing, nap shaping, removing fabric impurities and keeping the velvet flat and fluffy, laying the foundation for printing; then selecting the corresponding printing process according to the design requirements, accurately controlling the printing temperature and pressure to avoid high temperature collapse of the velvet; finally post-processing, through color fixation, softening and finishing, lock the pattern color, while restoring the fluffiness of the fabric to ensure that the feel is not affected.
Curly velvet printed fabric has a wide range of applications. In the clothing field, it can be used to make autumn and winter coats, sweatshirts, children's clothing, home clothes, etc. In the home field, it is suitable for pillows, blankets, sofa covers, curtains, etc., and can also be used in plush toys, car interior accessories, etc. Attention should be paid to maintenance. It is recommended that printed curly velvet products be washed gently by hand with neutral detergent. The water temperature should be controlled below 30°C. Avoid rubbing the printed parts vigorously. When drying, lay them flat in the shade to prevent the pattern from falling off and fabric deformation. Avoid exposure to the sun and high temperature drying.
