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| Field | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Composition | Record stretch direction, recovery, and elastane percentage if published. |
| Mass / construction | Weight is independent of stretch. Light and heavy stretch cloths both exist. |
| Care | Heat and chlorine can damage elastane. Follow the care line. |
| Sample | Stretch and release a sample. Check recovery after a few minutes. |
| Common miss | Specifying stretch without saying two-way, four-way, or recovery. |
Does every stretch fabric listing mean the same cloth?
No. Stretch fabric extends under load. Elastane, knit structure, or both can create stretch. Record stretch direction, recovery, and elastane percentage if published.
Can you skip sampling stretch fabric?
Stretch and release a sample. Check recovery after a few minutes.
What should stay on the brief besides the keyword stretch fabric?
Stretch direction, recovery, fibre, weight, and care. Specifying stretch without saying two-way, four-way, or recovery.
