Performance of Dyeing and Printing of Polyester / Viscose Yarns Blends for Clothing Use

Abstract

This study highlights the effects of the dyeing and printing processes on the tensile strength of blended suiting fabrics (65% polyester : 35% viscose) as compared to grey blended fabrics. The obtained results showed negative effects of dying and printing applications on the strength of the produced fabrics. Also, there were positive effects of dying and printing applications on the elasticity of produced fabrics. The strength of the printed fabric along the warp direction was found to be greater than that of the dyed. As well the strength of the dyed fabric along the weft direction was found to be greater than that of the printed. It was found that the elongation of the printed fabric along the warp direction was greater than that of the dyed.