From intimate clothing to comfortable bedding, we all choose materials that suit us. So have you ever understood whether modal fabric is better than pure cotton?
1. What are the advantages and disadvantages of modal fabric
Advantages
1. Modal fiber The raw materials are from natural wood and can be naturally degraded after use.
2. Modal fiber is soft, smooth and brightly colored. The fabric feels very smooth, has bright luster, and has better drape than existing cotton, polyester, and rayon. It is a natural mercerized fabric with a silky luster and feel.
3. Modal fiber has the strength and toughness of synthetic fibers, with a dry strength of 35.6cn and a wet strength of 25.6cn. The strength is higher than that of pure cotton and polyester cotton, which reduces the phenomenon of broken ends during processing. .
4. The moisture absorption capacity of Modal fiber is 50% higher than that of cotton fiber, making Modal fiber fabric dry and breathable. It is an ideal fabric for personal fabrics and bedding, and is beneficial to human physiological circulation. and health.
5. Compared with cotton fiber, Modal fiber has good shape and dimensional stability, making the fabric naturally wrinkle-resistant and non-ironing, making it more convenient and comfortable to wear. nature.
6. Modal fiber has very good dyeing properties and remains as bright as new after many washes. Complete moisture absorption and good color fastness. Compared with pure cotton, it is more comfortable to wear and does not have the shortcomings of pure cotton clothing that is easy to fade and turn yellow. Therefore, the fabric has bright color and stable wearing performance.
Disadvantages
Precisely because Modal fabric is relatively light and thin, its disadvantage is that it is easily deformed. If you have such fabrics at home, pay special attention when cleaning them. Generally speaking, this kind of fabric should not be twisted hard when cleaning, and should be laid flat when drying. Do not use hangers to support it to avoid deformation.
2. Which one is better, Modal fabric or pure cotton?
These two materials have their own advantages and disadvantages, but they can interact with each other. Replenish. The biggest difference between modal and pure cotton is that modal’s softness and hygroscopicity are better than pure cotton fabrics. This is one of the main reasons why modal fabrics have surpassed pure cotton fabrics in recent years, so modal fabrics tend to be more durable. Most of them are used in underwear, and wearing clothes made of this kind of fabric will be more comfortable in summer. If you consider the cost and durability of the fabric, pure cotton fabric is better in this regard, so when buying a jacket, pure cotton will be more economical and practical.
At least 75% of pure cotton is called pure cotton. The advantage is that it is loose and breathable. The disadvantage is that it is easy to deform and does not feel slippery. Modal has a good appearance and silky luster, which improves the quality of clothing. Its good feel and drape make the clothing more elegant and portable. Although Mordai fabric does not contain any harmful substances, it is not suitable for some people with allergies because it is processed from chemical fiber.
