Practical Textile How to Mercerized Fabric Dyeing Process For Knitted Fabric: A Step-by-Step Guide
A common way to finish cotton yarn is with Mercerization, which uses a very alkaline solution of Sodium Hydroxide. This treatment is done at the right tension and temperature, which improves the fabric’s shine, ability to take in color, and strength, among other things. During the process, the fiber’s physical structure changes in several ways, …
