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Fabric is a thin and flexible material made from natural fibers, polymers, foam, or a combination of synthetic and natural fibers. Fabric is synonymous with clothing although its uses range from furniture to furnishing car interiors. Deciding on which type of fabric to purchase affects the aesthetic properties, durability, and softness of the final pieces. For example, jelly rolls are color-coded 2.5 and 44-inch wide and long bundles of fabrics used to make throw pillows, table clothes, and fabric pouches. They are softer, and more attractive but less durable compared to canvas whose impressive waterproof and durability earn its use in shoemaking. Visit Alibaba.com fabric store to find different types of natural and synthetic fabric cheaply.

What do you look for in a piece of quality fabric?

Despite wholesalers availing many types of fabric, there are factors you need to consider before choosing the right pieces of fabric for customers or personal use. To begin with, quality fabric should be tightly woven together. There should be no gaps between strands as it is an obvious sign of weaknesses. Secondly, carefully look for spots and unevenness in coloring. A good fabric should be dyed with UV-resistant and long-lasting pigments. If you intend to buy polyester or upholstery fabric in large quantities, request a sample from a manufacturer to test how long the dye lasts. Lastly, consider thread count which is the number of threads per inch. The higher the thread count the stronger and more durable a piece of fabric is.

What are the uses of fabric?

Cotton is a staple in clothing manufacturing. Its everyday uses include making t-shirts, trousers, and uniforms. Also a natural material, linen is soft and used in towels, napkins, and jacket linings. Due to its breathability, lightweightness, and water-absorbent properties, it is sometimes used for summer outfits.

Synthetic fabrics such as polyester and spandex are blended with stronger fibers to make them stretchy; great for dresses.

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