Mechanisms of easy-care and durable press finishing

2 Mechanisms of easy-care and durable press finishing 

The primary cause of the shrinkage of cellulosic fibres is the fact that these fibres can readily absorb moisture. This absorbed moisture facilitates internal polymer chain movements in the amorphous fibre areas by lubrication. It disrupts the 

Loss of abrasion, tear and ripping strength Wet condensation, liquid ammonia treatment, addition of silicones and other auxiliaries for example polyvinyl acetate, polyurethane 

Greying during washing Combination with soil-release finishes 

Less dilatable and elastic Combination with silicones, for example elastomerics 

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