The duck fabric is dull in appearance and does not possess any shimmer.
Technical Specifications & Parameters
| Specification Attribute | Standard Spec |
|---|---|
| Fall | The fabric is not suitable for draping. |
| Shine | The duck fabric is dull in appearance and does not possess any shimmer. |
| Durable | A major characteristic of duck cloth is its resistance to wear and tear. Duck cloth's tight weave and cotton's inherent durability make it as sturdy as possible. |
| Smooth | Duck cloth has a smooth, uniform surface, with the threads closely spaced. It grows softer with usage and washing, just like any other cotton fabric. |
What is Cotton Duck Fabric?
- Cotton duck, often known as duck, duck cloth, or duck canvas, is a strong, plain-woven cotton fabric.
- The weave of duck canvas is much denser than that of the ordinary canvas.
- Weaving duck fabric involves combining two yarns into a single one for the warp while using only one yarn for the weft.
- Duck cloth may be rendered water-resistant with the application of wax.
- Due to the fact that it is so durable, it is often referred to as Workwear fabric.
History
- The term "duck" originates from the Dutch word "doek," which refers to a kind of canvas fabric that was traditionally used by Dutch sailors as jackets and trousers while serving in the navy.
- Duck fabric, in contrast to canvas, is a simple, densely woven fabric that is made from two thick yarns that are coiled together to create a dense weave.
What Makes it Stand Out
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Fall |
The fabric is not suitable for draping. |
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Shine |
The duck fabric is dull in appearance and does not possess any shimmer. |
|
Durable |
A major characteristic of duck cloth is its resistance to wear and tear. Duck cloth's tight weave and cotton's inherent durability make it as sturdy as possible. |
|
Smooth |
Duck cloth has a smooth, uniform surface, with the threads closely spaced. It grows softer with usage and washing, just like any other cotton fabric. |
Applications & Uses
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Clothing |
Shirts, coats, etc. |
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Accessories |
Tents, sandbags, backpacks, shoes, etc. |
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Home-furnishing |
Curtains, bedsheets, etc. |
Care Instructions
- Cold water should be used for washing duck fabric.
- You can either air dry or tumble dry without using heat.
- When cleaning fabric, do not use bleach as it may damage the fabric.
- During the washing or cleaning procedure, no assurances can be offered as to colorfastness or color transference.
Care & Maintenance Guidelines
Cold water should be used for washing duck fabric.
Cold water should be used for washing duck fabric.
You can either air dry or tumble dry without using heat.
You can either air dry or tumble dry without using heat.
When cleaning fabric, do not use bleach as it may damage the fabric.
When cleaning fabric, do not use bleach as it may damage the fabric.
During the washing or cleaning procedure, no assurances can be offered as to colorfastness or color transference.
During the washing or cleaning procedure, no assurances can be offered as to colorfastness or color transference.
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