DYEING & PRINTING AND TRADITIONAL TEXTILES OF INDIA
Dyeing and Printing Classification Dyeing and printing are textile decoration techniques that involve adding colour and design to fabric. They can be classified into two main categories: 1. Dyeing : Dyeing is the process of colouring fabric fibers uniformly throughout the material. It can be further classified into several methods: a. Direct Dyeing : In this method, the dye is applied directly to the fabric. It is suitable for natural fibers like cotton and silk. b. Disperse Dyeing : Disperse dyes are used primarily for synthetic fibers like polyester. These dyes disperse in water and colour the fabric through a heating process. c. Reactive Dyeing : Reactive dyes are used for natural fibers like cotton and wool. They chemically bond with the fabric, providing excellent colour fastness. d. Vat Dyei...