Types of Fabrics and Textiles for Interior Design and Decoration
Listed below are properties and uses that individual textiles have.
Name: Sailcloth
Fiber: Cotton
Weave /
Construction:Plain
Weight: Medium
Sturdy utility fabric. Suitable for outdoor use.
Name: Sateen
Fiber: Cotton,
Weave / Construction:Satin
Weight: Light
Sturdy, glossy surface – similar to satin. Often used as lining for drapery.
Name: Satin
Fiber: Silk, Synthetic
Weave / Construction:Satin
Weight: Light
Smooth, glossy, rich silk. Often used for luxury drapes.
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Name: Shantung Name: Silk Name: Swiss muslin (dotted) Name: Taffeta Name: Tapestry Name: Ticking Name: Tweed |
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