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Unravelling textile testing - Colourfastness
Colourfastness is one of four key topics (others include Abrasion Resistance, Pilling, Seam Slippage) that we are covering to provide some background as to how we test and why.
Test results provide us with critical information about textile’s … View moreUnravelling textile testing - Colourfastness
Colourfastness is one of four key topics (others include Abrasion Resistance, Pilling, Seam Slippage) that we are covering to provide some background as to how we test and why.
Test results provide us with critical information about textile’s durability and suitability for certain applications. We externally test all James Dunlop and Mokum textiles in Melbourne at a highly reputable laboratory who are amongst the most conservative and stringent in the world, due to the extremely harsh environmental conditions we face here in Australia and New Zealand.
We have gathered a number of frequently asked questions relating to colourfastness so we asked our Mokum studio designers Stephanie Moffitt and Annie Moir to share their expert knowledge.
One of the most important textile tests is that of colourfastness.
Simply put, a colourfastness test measures how well a textile will resist or withstand fading. Fading typically means a change in colour which may be a change in hue, depth or brightness of colour. We perform a range of different colourfastness tests when developing a new textile, we test its resistance to fading against UV light, as well as washing / dry cleaning and also rubbing.
Can you briefly outline the colourfastness to washing/ laundering test?
Colourfastness to washing and/or dry cleaning measures a fabrics ability to withstand fading or colour loss from laundering. The test replicates specific cleaning methods then measures any colour loss against a set of five grey scales, creating a result (1 being least colourfast and 5 being most colourfast). In this instance, a result of 4-5 is the result we strive for.
One question pops up a lot, if a product is machine washable can it be spot cleaned?
We would always approach spot cleaning with water or a cleaning product with caution. Most of our washable textiles are rating as delicate or gentle washing which means a delicate setting and we would prefer a delicate washing liquid. Whereas spot clean tends to be more localised and more aggressive. If spot clean is needed always first try a dry white clean cloth, to reduce any colour loss as this often can remove a stain.
Can you briefly outline the colourfastness to rubbing test?
Colourfastness to rubbing, or commonly known as ‘crocking’ measures fabric resistance to colour loss when subjected to rubbing or friction from another fabric. This is particularly relevant for upholstery textiles – you can imagine wearing white pants and sitting on a dark coloured sofa, you’d want to be confident that when you stand up your pants haven’t changed colour.
With this test, a white cloth is used as a standard abradant, and rubbed against the test fabric in both in both dry and wet conditions, with wet being more severe. Any colour transfer onto the white cloth, and colour loss from the test fabric is analysed and measured against a set of 5 grey scales (1 being least colourfast and 5 being most colourfast). The result we receive from the lab helps us to determine the recommended usage for the upholstery fabric.
A user of a snorkel product has reportedly found a piece of material detached inside, which may have lead to them choking.
The snorkel, manufactured by major water sports company arena, issued the recall which affects snorkels bought at various stores in the Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury and … View moreA user of a snorkel product has reportedly found a piece of material detached inside, which may have lead to them choking.
The snorkel, manufactured by major water sports company arena, issued the recall which affects snorkels bought at various stores in the Auckland, Wellington, Canterbury and Bay of Plenty regions.
What you need to know:
- The recall affects the arena Swim Snorkel II & Swim Snorkel Pro II.
- A piece of material may become loose in the snorkel which can become a choking hazard.
- The products were sold at Swim T3 and Teamline Stores from October 2019 to April 2020.
- Fill out this survey to check whether your snorkel has been affected.
Known owners of the snorkel will be contacted by Swim T3 or Teamline.
Hi everyone! I'm looking for a 1.5 m high slide for my kids. Please let me know if there is anything out there.
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Meet Stef 🐾
She's a 4 month old mix breed who is very playful and equally as adorable. She would love to go to puppy school to meet some new friends and learn some new tricks 🤸
Could you be Stef's forever home? For more information visit our website or call into the Tauranga City… View moreMeet Stef 🐾
She's a 4 month old mix breed who is very playful and equally as adorable. She would love to go to puppy school to meet some new friends and learn some new tricks 🤸
Could you be Stef's forever home? For more information visit our website or call into the Tauranga City Pound at 88 Hewletts Road between 2.30 and 4.30pm Monday to Friday 🌟
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Today is the last day to let us know how Mount streets can work better for everyone.
There is no predetermined plan for this project, so we really need to hear from you to get the opportunity to get it right.
Share with us how you currently experience moving around in The Mount. Whether you … View moreToday is the last day to let us know how Mount streets can work better for everyone.
There is no predetermined plan for this project, so we really need to hear from you to get the opportunity to get it right.
Share with us how you currently experience moving around in The Mount. Whether you travel on foot, in a wheelchair, in a car, on a bike, skateboard, roller skates or (mobility) scooter.
Visit our website for more information on the project and to have your say.
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PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.
We … View moreIn the market for yearling bulls? We know every advantage counts in the farming industry. Advantage is exactly what we give the breeders and farmers we partner with.
PGG Wrightson Livestock Genetics combine decades of hands-on rural experience with the most comprehensive data available.
We partner with forward-thinking breeders and farmers to enhance animal performance and improve business results.
If you’re looking for better business results, then view upcoming PGG Wrightson Yearling Bull Sales around New Zealand.
We want to create better journeys for everyone at The Mount.
That’s why we are planning to trial temporary changes to the design of some streets.
First we want to hear from you.
- How easy and safe is the Mount currently to move around?
- Which routes should we include in our trial?
- What … View moreWe want to create better journeys for everyone at The Mount.
That’s why we are planning to trial temporary changes to the design of some streets.
First we want to hear from you.
- How easy and safe is the Mount currently to move around?
- Which routes should we include in our trial?
- What do you think we should change and what should we keep?
Head to our website to answer these questions and to help develop the plan.
I have dog beds etc from my dog which I would like to donate to an animal rescue. If you know of a person who runs an animal rescue please give me their details. Spca not taking donations at the moment.
This page is NO WAY CONNECTED TO THE ONE RUN BY MURRAY GUY
It is a page were Rate Payers and Residents can have their say. Your opinion is valid and everyone else thinks theirs is too.
I started this page because I was tired of some of our Councillors claiming FREE SPEECH, and DEMOCRACY, but I… View moreThis page is NO WAY CONNECTED TO THE ONE RUN BY MURRAY GUY
It is a page were Rate Payers and Residents can have their say. Your opinion is valid and everyone else thinks theirs is too.
I started this page because I was tired of some of our Councillors claiming FREE SPEECH, and DEMOCRACY, but I know of three Groups that are administered by Current City Councillors. Papamoa Link has Steve Morris as an Admin. Mount Ratepayers site has Dawn Kiddie and Andrew Hollis and the other Tauranga Ratepayers site has ex Councillor Murray Guy. I believe that these people have a conflict of Interest in being admin of these sites, because if you disagree with them, you are blocked. You will not be blocked from this site, unless you personally abuse other contributors. We do not have agree on everything, but we too have the right to free speech.
It is my fervent wish that Tauranga can go forward, without all the infighting within Council.
Later on we may form a group, if you wish to meet face to face. Let's see how it runs
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We need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite below. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more about each entry here. … View moreWe need your help! The calibre of entries for this year's Resene Upcycling Awards has blown us away. We now need YOU to vote for your favourite below. The four designs with the most votes will each receive a $200 Resene voucher and a $300 Prezzy® card!
Find out more about each entry here. If you entered and didn't make the cut, don't worry! There's still spot prizes and other special category winners that are yet to be announced...
Thanks for voting; your clever neighbours thank you!
In this week’s issue we say you can grow herbs even in small gardens. Plus get cracking with spring seed sowing, repot houseplants, sow sweet peas, feed rhubarb plants, and look after newly-planted fruit trees. Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and meet the 2020 Houseplant … View moreIn this week’s issue we say you can grow herbs even in small gardens. Plus get cracking with spring seed sowing, repot houseplants, sow sweet peas, feed rhubarb plants, and look after newly-planted fruit trees. Follow this month’s guide to plants to sow and grow and meet the 2020 Houseplant Hero. Plus go in the draw for Tui potato growing products and Mr Fothergill’s ultimate gardening pack.
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