The pros and cons of khaki fabric
Khaki fabric is one of the most preferred fabric types in the clothing industry. They are made from cotton or cotton-blended polyester to create a variety of khaki fabrics with different characteristics, overcoming the weaknesses of cotton fabrics.
Khaki fabric is one of the most preferred fabric types in the clothing industry.
Pros
- Less wrinkles and pilling, durable
- Breathable and comfortable
- Eco-friendly
- Easily to dried
Cons
- Do not suitable for sophisticated design
- Expensive
History of khaki
Appearing in the mid-19th century, the khaki fabric was first used to create costumes for the Indian market by Mr. H.B. Lummsden. At that time, most British soldiers in India wore thick woolen clothes. He realized that it would not be suitable for the harsh weather conditions in India. Therefore, he invented the fabric named Khaki on his first military uniform. Derived from wool fabric, he improved it to be thinner and lighter than before. This creates a comfortable feeling for soldiers. Thanks to that, British soldiers and other armies worldwide also sew new uniforms with this fabric.
Khaki types
Fabric manufacturers often combine khaki fabrics with several different fabrics to minimize khaki fabrics' disadvantages.
Cotton khaki
As a fabric woven from 100% cotton, they contain only natural cotton fibers with breathable properties and good sweat absorption, and they are suitable for winter and summer weather. However, this fabric is thicker and stiffer than tici cotton, poly-cotton, or other cotton fabrics for making T-shirts and uniforms. Therefore, khaki cotton is often used in workwear, office uniforms, restaurants, hotels, etc.
Cotton khaki
Polyester khaki
They are manufactured from synthetic fibers containing ethylene - commonly found in the petroleum industry. They are extremely low hygroscopic, fireproof, and do not stretch during washing.
Polyester khaki
Soft khaki
It is a fabric mixed with spandex to increase elasticity and comfort. They are used to make skirts and women's vests...
Soft khaki
How to preserve khaki clothes effectively
It is crucial to keep your khaki clothes new, durable and avoid wrinkles with these methods.
How to wash
Khaki clothes are usually less faded but very easily stained, especially bright-colored khaki such as cream, white, sand yellow… Therefore, you should wash them with cold water to ensure the color and quality of the fabric. In the case of stubborn stains, you can use vinegar to apply to the stains and soak them for about 1 to 2 hours. Then wash it off with water.
Dark-colored clothes should be soaked in salt water for a few hours before washing to limit color fading, such as black, dark blue, purple, etc. Adding two cups of black tea or coffee to the final wash step will enhance the khaki fabric's color.
Cold-water wash for khaki
How to dry
The best way to prolong the life of khaki fabrics is to dry them in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading. Make sure clothes are dry to avoid causing mold.
Dry khaki clothing in a cool place, avoiding direct sunlight
How to store
Storing khaki clothing in a cool, dark, and dry environment is essential. Avoid humid areas as they may contain mold, harming your health. Plastic bags should not be used to store khakis. Moreover, Khaki clothes retain their inherent flatness by hanging them on hooks.
EcoWash HCMC hopes the information above will help you better understand khaki fabrics and how to preserve them.
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