When dealing with existing fabric pilling, there are a few options. The fabric can be shaved with a fabric shaver or a razor blade, as long as the fabric is not too delicate. Alternatively, the pills can be removed with a lint brush or a piece of tape.
Learn more about fabric finishers and textile finishing processes. You may also want to join the fabric and textile group on the Fashion Industry Network to discuss the topic of fabric finishing. In that group you are welcome to discuss textile finishes, textile finishing processes, etc.
Bennett Dye Co (USA): Bennett Dye Co. has been an established Dye House for over 75 years, but has specialized in garment finishing since 1983. They offer many garment enhancements, including direct, reactive and pigment dyeing. In addition they do enzyme wash, garment wash, stone and acid wash (denim or cotton garments) as well as tie-dyeing. For further information, please contact them. Address: 2552 N. 3rd St., Philadelphia, Pa. 19133 Phone: 215-739-0432 Fax: 215-426-3120 E-Mail: Bennettdye@aol.com Contact: Lee Sunderland Bennett Dye Co. (Philadelphia, Pa.)
Dyeing Textiles: direct dyeing, reactive dyeing, pigment dyeing, Tie Dye.
Enzyme Wash
Garment Wash
Stone Wash
Acid Wash
Depilling Garment Wash
Anti-Microbial Garment Washing
Water Repellant Garment Wash
Stain Resist Garment Finishing
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