Modal is also called modal fiber, and its English name is modal. The raw material of modal fiber is beech in Europe, which is made by beating and spinning. 100% raw materials are natural, harmless to human body, can be naturally decomposed and harmless to the environment.
This fabric blended with cotton and polyester has silky luster, good drapability, soft and smooth hand feeling, excellent dimensional stability and durability, and is the first choice for making high-end clothing and fashion.
Modal is an ideal fiber material for soft and comfortable knitting and woven fabrics. Because of its excellent breathability and easy care, it is widely used in women's coats, underwear, sportswear and home textiles.
The difference between modal and pure cotton
The difference between modal and pure cotton is that modal has a good appearance, silky luster and elegance, which greatly improves the grade of clothing; Good hand feeling and drape make the clothing look more elegant, lighter and extremely soft, giving the fabric the reputation of second skin. However, pure cotton fabric is rigid, poor gloss and unsmooth.
Which is better, modal or pure cotton?
Which is better, modal or pure cotton, is actually decided according to your own preferences.
There is also according to the fitness situation of some people. If we really want to say which one is better, it is difficult to distinguish, because both have different advantages and characteristics. Both of them are healthy and environmentally friendly, and have no harm to the body. It's just that modal is more shiny than pure cotton. The advantages of modal and pure cotton are the same.
Modal and pure cotton are made of plant fiber, which has the advantages of bacteriostasis, antibacterial, non-greasy, no odor, no mildew, soft touch, ventilation, environmental protection and health. It is very healthy to use them to make cloth. Will not cause harm to the body and the environment. Moreover, these two materials can still keep bright colors after repeated washing, so they are widely used.
Advantages of modal fabric
1, with cotton softness, silk luster and hemp smoothness.
2. Modal also has the characteristics of high strength and uniform fiber.
3, smooth and delicate, good drape.
4, bright color, wear resistance and wrinkle resistance.
5. The dye uptake is high, the fabric is bright and full, and the color separation of printed patterns is clear.
6. Its water absorption and release speed is 50% higher than that of ordinary cotton, and its air permeability is better than that of cotton.
7. Another feature of modal fiber is that it can be blended with other fibers.
Disadvantages of modal fabric
It is precisely because modal fabric is light and thin that its biggest disadvantage is that it is easily deformed. If you have this kind of fabric at home, you should pay special attention when cleaning it. Generally speaking, this kind of fabric should not be twisted hard when cleaning, and it is best to dry it flat when drying. Don't support it with a hanger to avoid deformation.