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Shrinkage

Dimensional change in fabric and garments: how shrinkage is measured, why it happens and how to control it.

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TestingGuide7 min read

Fabric Shrinkage Test (Dimensional Stability): Method, Calculation and Report

How a fabric shrinkage (dimensional stability) test is done: specimen size and benchmarks, conditioning, wash and dry procedures, the shrinkage formula with worked examples, in-house checks versus lab tests, and how to read and act on the report.

Fabric & YarnGuide3 min read

Fabric Shrinkage: Why It Happens, How to Measure and Control It

Why woven and knitted fabrics shrink, how shrinkage is measured and calculated, typical causes in knitting, weaving and finishing, and how factories control shrinkage through relaxation, compaction and pattern allowance.