Atlas is a fabric that looks great in any ensemble and always attracts attention. Clothing made from this material always looks great and pleases the eye. It can also perfectly decorate the interior of your home.
But what kind of fabric is this atlas, what properties does it have, and how to care for it? Let's get it right.
A bit of history
The first mention of this material dates back to the 2nd century AD. Translated from Arabic, it has the name "smooth". Even during the Middle Ages, only wealthy people could afford to use this fabric.
This type of weaving was invented in China, after which it was transported through Central Asia and came to European countries and the Middle East. During the Renaissance, its own production of satin appeared in Europe. But only in the 16-17th centuries in Iran did they learn to produce this material in truly high quality.
In Russia in the Middle Ages, this fabric was called "offspring". It was used mainly for the manufacture of men's clothing, and only from the 20s of the last century this material began to be widely used for various purposes. By the way, satin is a fabric that is very popular today.
Structure
This is a material that consists of semi-silk or silk threads with a small introduction of linen or wool duck. The composition of the threads includes acetate and viscose fibers, which makes it 100% polyester.
Atlas is a material that always has a shiny front surface, the wrong side of this fabric is always matte. The ratio of weft threads to the warp is at least 1: 5, which makes it especially smooth.
Varieties
There are several types of this material. This fabric can be dense or thin, have a pattern or be monophonic, and there is also an atlas with a moire effect.
The properties
Atlas is a fabric that has excellent aesthetic properties, increased abrasion resistance, high strength and good drape. But, unfortunately, this material crumbles very easily and is therefore quite capricious in work. But it provides a great fit.
Application
Atlas is a fabric that has found its application both in the manufacture of clothing and in other fields. From satin sew nightgowns, bathrobes, skirts, blouses, sundresses and dresses. Quite often, it is also used as lining material. Also made from it magnificent bedding. Widely use this fabric in the interior as upholstery, for the manufacture of curtains and various draperies.
Care
Atlas is a fabric that must be properly looked after. It is recommended to wash products from this material at a temperature of 30 degrees using a mild detergent. It can not be rubbed and wring out. After washing, it must be rinsed in cold water with a small amount of vinegar added so that the color does not lose brightness.
When ironing the material, it must be kept slightly moist. The temperature of the iron should be equal to 150 degrees. The product is ironed from the wrong side in the "silk" mode.