Introduction to Textiles: Natural Fibers

Nonwoven Fabric1Nonwoven fabricsA fabric formed by webs of fibers that are entangled or layered and strengthened by bonding using various techniques including adhesives, mechanical interlocking, thermal and/or stitch bonding

Examples: interfacings, linings, bedskirt platforms, reusable shopping bags

First make web, then stick web together2Web formationnonwoven fabrics

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Mechanical bondingDry-laid nonwoven fabricsNeedle-punch4

Thermal bondingDry-laid nonwoven fabrics5

Chemical bondingDry-laid nonwoven fabricsAdhesive6