Garment Silicone Wash: a textile innovation
In the ever-changing world of fashion and textiles, technological innovations are crucial to meeting consumer needs while respecting the environment. One such advance, "Silicone Wash", has gained popularity as a fabric treatment method offering both aesthetic and practical benefits.
What is Silicone Wash?
Silicone Wash is a fabric finishing technique that involves the use of silicones to modify the material's properties. This method is commonly used in the textile industry to create garments that are soft to the touch, smooth and retain their new appearance for longer.
The Silicone Wash process begins by applying a silicone mixture to the fabric. The fabric is then subjected to a series of treatments, including washing, drying and sometimes polishing, to ensure even distribution of the silicone across the entire fabric surface.
The benefits of Silicone Wash
Softness and comfort
Silicone Wash gives fabrics a remarkably soft feel. Garments treated with this method are pleasant to wear and offer exceptional comfort all day long.
Durability
Garments treated with Silicone Wash are more resistant to wear and tear, and retain their new appearance longer. The silicone forms a protective layer over the fabric, helping to prevent premature wear and maintain the integrity of the material.
Aesthetics
In addition to their softness and durability, garments treated with Silicone Wash have an attractive aesthetic appearance. The treatment gives the fabric a smooth, silky finish that enhances its overall appearance.
Crease and wrinkle resistance
Thanks to the silicone layer, garments suffer less wrinkling and creasing, making them easier to care for and ensuring they always look impeccable, even after several washes.
Reduced environmental impact
Unlike some harsh chemical treatments, Silicone Wash uses silicones which are generally considered to be more environmentally friendly. What's more, by extending the life of garments, this method helps to reduce the production of textile waste.
Silicone Wash represents a significant advance in the textile industry, offering a unique combination of softness, durability and aesthetics.
At Cricket & Co, we're determined to offer our customers the highest quality garments, combining comfort, durability and style. That's why we use the Silicone Wash process for all our Sweatshirt, Polo and T-Shirt collections. By incorporating this innovative technique into the manufacture of our garments, we ensure that every piece you buy from Cricket & Co enjoys the benefits of Silicone Wash: an unrivaled soft feel, increased resistance to wear and tear and impeccable aesthetics. We firmly believe that this approach guarantees a pleasant, long-lasting wearing experience for our customers, while demonstrating our commitment to quality and innovation in the textile industry.