Performance of Home Textiles

The book provides an overview of the types of fibres used in home textiles and key issues related to product development, industry standards, regulatory aspects, and evaluation systems. An understanding of these topics can assist the designer or manufacturer in developing product performance and quality in line with the value addition and to maintain the basic underlying in green consumerism.

Introduction
Concept of Home Textiles
Use of Home Textiles in Hospitality Sector
Consumer’s Expectation From Home Textiles
Home Textile Market Scenario
Use of Different Fibres in Home Textiles
Labelling of Home Textiles
Test Methods for Home Textiles
Quality Related Issues in Home Textiles
Need for Eco-Friendly Home Textiles
References

Key Home Textiles Market
Introduction
Home Textiles in India
Home Textiles in China
Home Textiles in Pakistan
Home Textiles in Bangladesh
Home Textiles in Hong Kong
Home Textiles in the United States
Home Textiles in the United Kingdom
Home Textiles in EU
Home Textiles in Japan
Home Textiles in Turkey
References

Fibres and Fabrics Used in Home Textiles
Introduction
Application of Conventional Fibres in Home Textiles
Application of New and Sustainable Fibres in Home Textiles
Areas of Application of Home Textiles
Conclusion
References

Performance Specifications of Different Home Textiles
Importance of Performance Specification
Performance Requirements of the US Market
Performance Requirements of Canada Market
Performance Requirements of the UK Market
Special Performance Requirements in Home Textiles
References

Labelling Issues of Home Textiles
General Labelling Requirements for Home Textiles in the USA
Labelling Requirements for Home Textiles in EU
Labelling of Different Home Textile Products for the US
Labelling of Different Home Textile Products for Canada
References

Flammability of Home Textiles
Introduction
Flammability Regulations for Different Home Textiles
Catb Section A Part – Resilient Cellular Material
Catb Section A Part – Shredded Resilient Cellular
Material (E.G., Shredded Polyurethane Foams)
Catb Section A Part – Bean Bags
Catb Section B Part – Non-Man-Made Filling Materials
Catb Section B – Part – Shredded and Loose Fill Materials/Feathers and Down
Catb Section C – Man-Made Filling Material
Catb Section D Part – Cigarette Resistance
Catb Section D Part – Smouldering Screening Test
Catb Section E Part – Upholstery Fabrics
Some Important Regulatory Tests for Carpets and Rugs
Flammability of Blankets
Flammability Requirements of Towels
Cfr Mattress and Mattress Pad Test
Cfr Mattress Flammability Test
Ca Tb Bed Clothing Flammability Test
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Bs Ignitability of Upholstered Seating
Flammability Standards for Curtains
Conclusions
References

Evaluation of Home Textiles
Introduction
Test Methods for Towels
Test Methods for Rug
Test Method of Pot Holders and Woven Mitts
Miscellaneous Test Methods of Home Textiles
References

Finishes Used in Home Textiles
Introduction
Thermal Draperies
Protection Against Unpleasant Odour
Temperature-Regulated Beddings
Endure™ Textile Finish
Antimicrobial Finish
Moisture Management Finish
Flame-Retardant Finish
Mite Free Mattresses
Water and Oil Repellent and Soil Release Finishes
Towel Finishing
Moisture Cross-Linking (MXL) of Bed Linen
Nanotechnology-Based Home Textile Enhancements
Sensory Perception Technology
References

Eco-Friendly Aspects in Home Textiles
Introduction
Trade Marks and Labels Used in Environment-Friendly Home Textiles
Different Eco-Friendly Standards in Home Textiles
Importance of Eco-Labelling
References
Index