Ribbed fabric is knitted fabric A kind of fabric, the surface of this kind of fabric is ribbed, the common ones are 1*1 rib, 2*2 rib and 3*3 rib. In recent years, chemical fiber (spandex) rib fabric has gradually become popular. Of course, rib fabric can also be used to make base shirts, T-shirts, sweatshirts, etc. Next, I will introduce to you the advantages and disadvantages of rib fabric.
Advantages of ribbed fabric
Knitted fabrics have irregularities due to the unusual weaving method. Better elasticity, so rib fabric will also have better elasticity, and clothing made of elastic fabric also has many benefits. First, the clothing can recover quickly after deformation and is not prone to wrinkles and creases. Second, This kind of clothing does not feel restrictive, and the clothing is very comfortable whether it is close to the body or worn on the outside.
Rib cloth made of cotton will also have a softer feel. Of course, the surface of rib cloth has clear texture, and its fabric is beautiful and easy to wear. Therefore, this kind of fabric is also favored by workwear designers. , you can also see a variety of ribbed T-shirts and sweatshirts in workwear stores.
The production cost of rib fabric is not high, and cotton and polyester are relatively easy-to-obtain raw materials, so the price of rib fabric is relatively affordable.
Disadvantages of ribbed fabric
There are basically no major defects in rib fabrics. Chemical fiber rib fabrics are prone to pilling after washing. After being worn for a long time, the pilling phenomenon will be alleviated to a certain extent.