Twill fabric and plain weave: the secret and characteristics of fabric structure

In the vast world of textiles, various fabrics meet people's diverse needs with their unique structures, textures and properties. Among them, twill fabric and plain weave, as two basic fabric structures, are not only seen everywhere in daily life, but also play an important role in clothing, home decoration and other fields.

twill fabric: the art of warp and weft interweaving
twill fabric, as the name suggests, is a structural form in which the interweaving points of the warp and weft present a certain angle of twill fabric lines on the surface of the fabric. This unique texture effect comes from its specific interweaving method. The fabric structure of twill fabric is usually a two-up and one-down twill fabric, that is, the warp yarn skips one above the weft yarn and then interweaves to form a 45° left-leaning or right-leaning texture. This 45° left-leaning cotton fabric is particularly distinctive, which not only gives the fabric a good feel and appearance, but also enhances its wear resistance and stiffness.

In appearance, the twill fabric texture on the front of the twill fabric is clearly visible, with smooth lines and a sense of hierarchy. On the reverse side of the variegated twill fabric, the texture is relatively insignificant due to the color difference of the warp and weft yarns and the characteristics of the interweaving method, but this difference also provides designers with more creative space to create unique visual effects through different effects on the front and back.

The interweaving method of twill fabric is relatively unique. The warp and weft yarns are interwoven at least once every two yarns. This interweaving frequency is less than that of plain weave, but more than that of satin. This moderate interweaving density allows twill fabric to maintain sufficient tightness and strength, and has good breathability and softness, making it suitable for making various clothing, bags, curtains, etc.

Plain weave: a classic with dense interweaving
Compared with twill fabric, plain weave shows a more simple and practical beauty. Plain weave is a fabric in which the warp and weft yarns are interwoven once every other yarn (1 up and 1 down). This interweaving method makes plain weave have dense interweaving points. These interweaving points are evenly distributed, forming a flat and tight fabric surface.

Plain weave has the most interlacing points and the most yarn bending numbers, which means that the friction and cohesion between its yarns are greater, so plain weave usually has better strength and wear resistance. At the same time, this dense interlacing method also makes plain weave have better light blocking and windproof properties, which is suitable for making clothes and household items that require higher density, such as shirts, sheets, tents, etc.

Although the texture of plain weave is relatively simple, its simple style and practical performance make it the first choice for many people. Plain weave is easy to dye and print, and can present colorful patterns and colors according to design requirements, meeting people's dual pursuit of beauty and practicality.