Percale is a dense, durable, pleasant to the touch and thin cotton fabric. A material widely used in a wide variety of industries. Sails and parachutes are sewn from it. The fuselage, wing skin and other elements of aircraft of the late 19th - early 20th centuries were made of percale. Due to its visual and operational qualities, it is a very popular material for sewing bed linen, underwear, and women's clothing.
Percale history
The first reliable data on the use of percale date back to the second half of the 18th century. Cotton fabric impregnated with linseed oil was used to make sails.
From the end of the 19th century to the middle of the 20th century, percale is actively used in aviation.
Currently, percale is used in sailing and parachuting, but it is most popular in the textile industry. Production of high quality bed linen and clothing items - deservedly praise this durable, pleasant to look and feel, natural material.
The secret of percale is the rustling of strength and durability
The slight rustling produced by the fabric is the result of the interaction of threads impregnated with a special adhesive.
The secret of percale lies in the properties and location of the cotton fibers. They are not twisted, but evenly spaced parallel to each other. That provides the fabric with fineness, softness, aesthetics. The product made of percale guarantees long-term service.
The strength, density and durability of the fabric is provided by the adhesive with which it is impregnated.
Processing the fabric with special compounds allows you to achieve maximum density with minimum thickness. Used to sew blankets and pillows, it does not let the filler pass through. It is less susceptible to all kinds of pollution. Possesses anti-allergenic qualities.
Clothes made of percale keep warm well. It is comfortable to wear. Pleasant to the touch and look. And, very importantly, it is designed for many washes.
Rustling percale - an elite natural fabric
The rustling of percale are the main sign of the high quality of modern home textiles. Percale products are strong, durable, easy to care for, pleasant to look at and touch, and beneficial to health. By purchasing them, you will have a lot of fun at a reasonable price and with minimal care.
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