What is Madras Muslin Net Fabric? The cloth is an open gauze ground cloth where an extra weft is inserted to produce a ...
What is Madras Muslin Net Fabric?
- The cloth is an open gauze ground cloth where an extra weft is inserted to produce a motif, this is then woven into the ground cloth.
- The surplus floating weft yarn is then cut away after weaving revealing the motif, the edge of the sheared motif shows shorn ends of weft yarn.
- Madras net is used mainly for furnishing such as curtaining.
History
- 1st Madras-woven yarn was spun from the "tip-skin" of ancient trees in Madras, India (now Chennai).
- It made its way to the Middle East and Africa by the 1200's so it could be made into head wraps.
- Cut to the 14th Century and madras has become more polished and adorned with floral and temple designs.
- Until plaid made an appearance in the 17th Century, this became the traditional dress of Madras residents.
Application and Uses
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Care & Maintenance Guidelines
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Gentle Wash
Wash with mild textile liquid detergent in cold or lukewarm water.
02
Air Dry in Shade
Avoid direct scorching sunlight to preserve natural fiber luster.
03
Low Heat Iron
Press on reverse side using steam iron at recommended temperature.
Frequently Asked Questions
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