satin finish

02.10.2025

A glossy finish given to many fabrics.

sateen

A cotton cloth made in a satin weave, often treated with high luster and crease-resistant finishes.

ribbon

A narrow woven fabric with woven selvage for trimming or decoration.

rib

Usually a straight cord formed by a heavy thread, length wise, crosswise or diagonal.

reverse twill weave

A patterned twill weave using both right and left hand twills.

retting

Retting is a process employing the action of micro-organisms and moisture on plants to dissolve or rot away much of the cellular tissues and pectin...

reusable

Capable of being used again after salvaging, special treatment or processing.

Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)

The federal statute that is an amendment to the Solid Waste Disposal Act (of 1965). The four primary goals of RCRA are as follows: protection of hu...

resin

A synthetic finish applied to fabric to add water repellence, resistance to crushing or luster.