Introduction -- Textile fibers and their properties -- Natural cellulosic fibers -- Protein fibers -- Introduction to manufactured fibers -- Manufactured cellulosic fibers -- Nylon and aramid fibers -- Polyester fibers -- Acrylic and modacrylic fibers -- Olefin fibers -- Elastomeric fibers -- High-performance and specialty fibers -- Making fibers into yarns -- Woven fabrics -- The weaves -- Knitted fabrics -- Other fabric construction methods -- Multicomponent fabrics -- Preparation of fabrics for dyeing and finishing -- Adding color to textiles -- Textile printing and design -- Finishes that affect appearance -- Finishes that affect performance -- The care of textile products -- Textiles and the environment, health, and safety -- Textile product performance
Notes
Previous ed.: / Phyllis G. Tortora, Billie J. Collier. 1997
