How to identify the quality of down jacket fabric
In the past, I didn’t know much about the fabric of down jackets, so I would buy the wrong down jacket, because the feathers inside would change by themselves when worn daily. When running out, it not only affects the appearance but also fails to keep warm. In addition to the choice of filler for a down jacket, we later learned that the fabric is also very important.
Today I will share with you a method to identify the fabric of down jackets. So which kind of fabric is better for down jackets? Let’s take a look with the editor.
Fabric properties of down jackets
As to whether the fabric of down jackets is good or not, we have to comprehensively consider it from several aspects.
1. Windproof: In the winter when the cold wind is howling, the fabric of the down jacket must have a certain degree of windproofness. In addition to preventing the cold wind from outside, it can also prevent the loss of body temperature, and on the basis of windproofing Above all, you still need to ensure the normal breathability of the clothing.
2. Waterproofness: In addition to windproofness, the waterproofness of down jackets is also an issue that many fairies will consider, and is directly related to the warmth retention of down. The thermal insulation principle of down jackets is that the fluffier the jacket, the warmer it is. However, once it encounters water, the down will not only clump up and affect the appearance, but also lose its thermal insulation function.
3. Anti-drilling: Down jackets are prone to velvet drilling. No matter how expensive the brand is, there is no guarantee that it will not drill velvet, and down jackets are prone to velvet drilling. It is easy to affect the appearance, and a large amount of velvet phenomenon affects the warmth function. Therefore, choosing fabrics with relatively high density for down jackets can effectively prevent velvet phenomenon.
4. Thin and soft: Thin and soft is a requirement for almost all clothing. In addition to warmth and fashion, comfort is also very important. Soft fabrics not only increase comfort but also help to maximize the fluffiness of down and improve thermal insulation performance.
What are the fabrics of down jackets?
1. High-grade TC cloth: Currently, nylon taffeta and TC cloth are mainly used. The factory yarn count density is generally required to be greater than or equal to 230T, with 250T being the best, and less than 230T yarn count. The amount of velvet drilled out continues to increase. When checking the fabric, the first thing that catches the eye should be the thickness of the fabric, whether it is thin or thick;
Then gently pat the down jacket with your hands. If you find any fluff flying out, the density is less than 230T, and finally rub it with a little force. Check the fabric (with the consent of the salesperson). If there is no fluff flying out, it means that the yarn count is 250T. Nylon thick fabrics will be coated with a layer of paint during processing to make them bright, smooth and even.
2. Rainproof poplin: It is a 100% cotton fabric with average anti-down performance and not wear-resistant, but has strong comfort. It is generally used for down. The making of vests.
3. Full anti-velvet cloth: During the production and processing process, the surface is coated with wax to increase the anti-velvet performance. It has good short-term heat protection performance and average wear resistance. It is generally used to make bed down. supplies. In recent years, they have also used their straight down jackets, which are relatively cheap.
Which down jacket fabric is better?
4. Anti-down nylon silk: It is a nylon fabric, and the fabrics of down jackets are basically made of it. It has good anti-down performance. It is wear-resistant and durable, but cannot be burned or exposed to the sun.
5.TC fabric: It is a polyester and cotton interwoven fabric. In addition to being durable and wear-resistant, its biggest features are its clear fabric texture, crisp texture, beautiful appearance, and resistance to heat and sunlight, making it more comfortable.
