Finish

moire

02.10.2025

A finish or process applied to fabrics in which the warp has yarn of harder twist than the filling. The moire effect resembles water ripples and is...

mercerization

A treatment applied to cotton yarn and/or fabric to improve luster and increase the receptiveness of the fiber to dyes.

ink safe

02.09.2025

A stain shield chemically bonded to Brentano’s polyurethane faux leathers for easy cleaning, especially the removal of ballpoint pen marks.

INCASE®

INCASE® – Also known as Crypton Home was created specifically for upholstery fabrics, offering a bundled solution of “repel and release” stain tech...

high energy dyed polyester

When a polyester fiber is heated at a high temperature it forces the molecule to open and encapsulate the dye stuff. This process enables the dye t...

flame retardant

A chemical applied to a fiber, yarn or fabric to reduce its tendency to burn.

embossed

02.07.2025

Figures or design raised on the surface of the fabric usually with engraved heat rollers.

delustering

The application of a chemical treatment that reduces the sheen of man-made yarns and fabric.

Crypton Home

Crypton Home – Also known as INCASE® was created specifically for upholstery fabrics, offering a bundled solution of “repel and release” stain tech...