Monday, February 29, 2016

All That One Should Know About A Chenille Bathrobe

By Robert Kelly


The French word for caterpillar is chenille and this is said to be the origin of this word. The fuzzy look exhibited by the fabric had a lot to contribute to that name. Around 1890, in Dalton Georgia, it is said to be the place where this yarn was invented. The information presented herein aims at teaching you a few things about a chenille bathrobe.

Previously, a single needle was employed in the production process and it is through the continuous looping of the yarn that the famous fuzzy look was achieved. As technology improved, this process was replaced by the tufted machines. Through them, the use of more needles became a possibility and this led to the commonly known fuzzy fabric we know of today.

A few unscrupulous dealers are deceiving the general public that they are selling to them original chenille. For this reason, consumers should be on the lookout for extremely low priced robes as this is often a good enough signal. However, many genuine manufacturers are collaborating to put to an end to these scams.

The maintenance of these pieces of clothing poses a challenge for many people. This is especially so for washing. They should ideally be machine washed but the eventual rinsing should be done in cold water in a delicate cycle. The best way of doing this is by washing it alone without mixing it with other clothes. For softening, people are advised to opt for non silicone based softeners.

Another challenge posed by chenille is the possibility of color transference. It is for this reason that one should never extend the washing period. Dry cleaning is advocated instead of machine washing. Many people complain that they witness a lot of lint in their machines after washing these robes. This should never be a cause for alarm as it is a normal occurrence.

This shedding is seen to reduce the more times you get to wash your fabric. It actually reduces the more times you wash it. One positive aspect with washing of the garment is the fact that it actually becomes softer the more you wash it. For people who may react to this lint, dry cleaning always proves to be a much safer option. The fact that the fabric absorbs dye differently is responsible for the uneven color patches for garment dyed using the same color.

Chenille is wearable in all weather conditions. The heavier and longer robes are ideal for the chilly weathers. As for the warmer condition, lighter bathrobes are a perfect option. Practically all body types are catered for in the market. The high prices of these garments are expected because most of the manufacture is done by hand.

There is a general concern that most of the imported chenille poses a hazard for consumers. This is true because most of these fabrics have not been subjected to flammability tests. For storage, well sealed containers are a must have because they help prevent mice from destroying your bathrobe.




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