Sun-Protective Knit
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A close knit and an appropriate finish can reduce ultraviolet transmission. Verify UPF under the applicable conditions, including stretch, moisture, and laundering when relevant. The name does not establish a rating.
What to check in a sample
- UV protection
- Stretch and recovery
- Dimensional change after washing
- Colorfastness
Related Applications
- Sun Shirts and Fishing Apparel · Verify for the finished product
- Quick-Dry Training Shirt Fabric · Verify for the finished product
- Cycling Apparel Fabric · Verify for the finished product
Related reading
Sources
- ASTM International
- Textile Alliance · Fabric Types and Applications, source collection 12
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