Textile Finishing explains what happens to fabric after it is woven or knitted and how finishing transforms raw material into the smooth, soft, stable, functional textiles we use every day. Written for beginners, students, sourcing teams, and new professionals, this book introduces the major mechanical, chemical, and functional finishing processes in clear and practical language.

You will learn how techniques such as calendaring, compacting, brushing, shearing, sanforising, and heat setting change the feel, appearance, and dimensional stability of fabric. The book also explains key chemical and functional finishes including softeners, resins, wrinkle-free treatments, water repellency, stain resistance, flame retardants, and antimicrobial systems. Each chapter shows why specific finishes are chosen, how they work, and how they affect performance in real products.

Practical sections cover finishing defects, quality control, hand feel evaluation, and how finishing choices influence cost, durability, and end use. The aim is to give readers enough understanding to communicate effectively with mills, evaluate fabric quality, and make informed sourcing and design decisions without requiring advanced chemistry.

Textile Finishing continues the Textile Fundamentals Series by building on the foundations of fibers, fabric structures, and coloration. It provides a complete, easy-to-understand overview of the final stage in the fabric-making process and is an essential reference for anyone working with textiles.

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