Rib is a variant of the Plain weave. It is created very correspondingly to a plain weave. The basic construction follows the same pattern, modified by extending it warp or weft way or both.
Rib weave is a basic weave which produces ribs on the fabric. Resulting fabric is abrasion and tear resistant examples of which are broadcloth, cord fabric, faille, poplin, taffeta etc.
Properties :
• The dissimilarity can also be that Rib weave uses one heavyweight yarn. This is used for either the warp of weft yarns and the end result is a fabric that has raised ribs either horizontally or vertically down the fabric, depending on whether the heavier, thicker yarn is used for the warp or the weft.
• Multiple variations of Ribs are Warp Rib, Weft Rib & Plain Rib.
• Characterised by raised lines either horizontally and vertically
• Very soft in nature and frays easily.
• Versatile and hence can be comfortable to wear
• Only stretches on the bias
• Can either have warp ribs or weft ribs
• It is thin, smooth & has lusture
• Crease resistant and highly durable.
End Uses
Heavyweight dresses for winter wear, Ribbons, Shirting, Sportswear, Boys suits, Uniforms, Dresses,etc.
