Sunday, February 28, 2016

A General Overview Of A Chenille Bathrobe

By Robert Kelly


The origin of the word Chenille is France. The fuzzy look exhibited by this fabric was compared to the caterpillar and therefore the French word for caterpillar was used. Dalton Georgia is said to be the origin of this Fabric and it is said that this all started around the year 1890. By reading this guide you will be quite knowledgeable on everything about a chenille bathrobe.

Back in time, this fabric was made using a single needle and yarn. It is through the looping of the yarn through the backing of the fabric that the fuzzy look was accomplished. As technology advanced, the process of making this fabric evolved gradually. Tufting machines were employed to replace the single needle sewing machines. This advancement made it possible for more needles to be added to the machine and as a result the fluffy material we have currently became a possibility.

Despite the high quality of these bathrobes, one has to keep an eye out for counterfeits. There are several quacks out there seeking to deceive the general public that the robes they are selling to them are original Chenille. One way of avoiding buying such replicas is avoiding buying highly discounted garments. There is however a concerted effort by genuine manufacturers to crack down on the fakes.

Washing and cleaning of these robes always proves troublesome for most individuals. In case of machine washing, a tub full of cold water should ideally be used. This should also be done in gentle cycle. No other type of garment should be in the washing machine when washing chenille. For softening, experts recommend that one must only use a non silicone based softener for this type of fabric.

Another challenge posed by chenille is the possibility of color transference. It is for this reason that one should never extend the washing period. Dry cleaning is advocated instead of machine washing. Many people complain that they witness a lot of lint in their machines after washing these robes. This should never be a cause for alarm as it is a normal occurrence.

However, this shedding is found to reduce with each subsequent wash. Amazingly, your fabric will only get softer the more it is washed. Dry cleaning is advocated for people who appear sensitive to the chenille fibres. Most chenille garments possess a color difference for the same dye color. This is not a peculiar thing because the fibres absorb the dye differently.

One advantage of chenille is its versatility for all conditions. Lighter and shorter ones are a perfect fit for hot temperatures. During the winter, the longer and heavier robes serve the role better. Most manufacturers produce their robes in a wide array of size options to suit all kinds of consumers. The fact that a huge portion of all the manufacturing is by hand attributes to the high prices commanded for these garments.

One should be careful when buying imported chenille mainly because most of it has not passed the flammability tests. For storage, one is always advised to be way of mice since they love making their nests out of this fluff. A well sealed container effectively serves as a good storage ground.




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