F & G Dimensional Stability

No Test Parameters Testing Standards
1
Dimensional Stability to washing
AATCC 150
AATCC 135
ISO 6330
BS EN ISO 6330
IS 1299
a) One Wash
b) Each Additional Wash
2
Dimensional Stability after immersion in water (Shrinkage after Cold Water Immersion)
ISO 7771
AATCC 99
IS 2977
3
Dimensional Stability after exposure to heat
ISO 9866-2
AATCC 117
IS 12170
4
Appearance after Laundering (Durable Press Rating)
a) Smoothness Appearance
AATCC 124
ISO 7768

b) Crease Retention
AATCC 88C
ISO 7769
5
Spirality / Skewing of Fabrics & Garments
AATCC 179
ASTM D 3882
ISO 16322-2
i) Including One Wash
ii) When performed together with Dimensional Changes
iii) Each Additional Wash
6
Care Label Verification
In-house Method