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Modal, produced from the wood of beech-tree, is a kind of completely natural fiber which has high dry and wet tensile strength values. It is quite resistant to wear and, in addition, it transfers humidity extremely well. Woven or knitted fabrics made of Modal, have a smooth handle. Thanks to its feature to transfer humidity very well, Modal gives wearing comfort even in hot, moist climatic conditions. Modal fiber s behaviour resembles the cotton fiber in finishing processes; now that it is not thermoplastic, but regenerated cellulose based. When used in 100 percent, Modal does not require any bleaching and mercerization processes, thanks to the original white colour of the fiber.

Tencel , a kind of regenerated cellulose-based fiber, represents high tenacity against intensive mechanical processes. Tencel has the ability to breath. It transfers humidity very well, and it does not cause any discomfort in case of perspiration. It keeps its brightness and colour even after several times of washing. In addition to its high absorbing capacity, it is easy to get the soft and stretching handle from Tencel products. Fiber distention and fiber modulus should be considered while composing fabric construction from Tencel yarns. High modulus and strength might mean that Tencel fibers will not easily distort in the fabric and will regain their original shapes and positions.

Lenzing Viscose®, whose raw material is mainly the wood of beech-tree, is also a cellulose-based fiber like cotton. Lenzing Viscose® absorbs more humidity than cotton does and it includes 11-14 percent of humidity under standard conditions. It also absorbs approximately 80-120 percent water, because of the fact that it has a high distension capacity. The dry tensile strength of Lenzing Viscose® is less than cotton, while wet tensile strength is much lower. Thanks to the high humidity absorbing capacity, Lenzing Viscose® is appropriate for dying and printing. This characteristic also leads to brighter colours. Lenzing Viscose® is a favourite fiber in the production of inlet materials, blouses, shirts, t-shirts, garments, decoration materials and women s underwear. Lenzing Viscose® fiber is also used as blends with cotton, linen, wool and other types of fiber.

Bamboo fiber is naturally antibacterial and bacteriostatic, fine hygroscopic and permeable, smooth and soft, as well as ultraviolet-proof. They can be spun purely or blended together with cotton, hemp, thin silk, woollens, Tencel, Modal, polyester, spandex etc. Its downstream products can be applied for bedding articles, bathroom fittings, nonwoven cloth, medicinal materials (bandage, mask, surgical clothes, nurses wears), underwear, socks, clothes, decorating articles etc. Bamboo fiber has particular and natural functions of anti-bacteria, bacteriostasis and deodorization. It is validated by Japan Textile Inspection Association that, even after fifty times of washing, bamboo fiber fabric still possesses the excellent function of anti-bacteria, bacteriostasis. The bamboo fiber was 100% made from bamboo through the high-tech process. In addition, bamboo fiber is biodegradable textile material. As a natural cellulose fiber, it can be completely biodegraded in soil by microorganism and sunshine. The decomposition process doesn t cause any pollution to the environment. Bamboo fiber boasts advantages of breathability and coolness. According to authoritative testing figures, apparels made from bamboo fibers are 1-2 degrees lower than normal apparels in hot summer. Apparel made from bamboo fiber is crowned as Air Conditioning Dress.

Organic cotton (or natural cotton) is another great eco-friendly fabric. It is grown without the use of pesticides, herbicides or other chemical fertilizers, and is simply better for your health and the environment. Organic agriculture (food and fiber) protects the health of people and the planet by reducing the overall exposure to toxic chemicals from synthetic pesticides that can end up in the ground, air, water and food supply, and that are associated with health consequences, from asthma to cancer. Because organic agriculture doesn t use toxic pesticides, choosing organic products is an easy way to help protect the environment and yourself.

Supima is twice as strong as regular cotton, which makes for extraordinarily resilient products. The longer fiber resists pulling, breaking and tearing resulting in fashion and home products that are incredibly resilient and keep their form for a longer-lasting product. Not all cottons are equal. SUPIMA and regular cotton are in fact two different and distinct breeds of cotton. The most common type of cotton grown around the world typically has a fiber length of only about 1 inch; whereas SUPIMA cotton s fiber averages around 1.4 inches. Longer fibers contribute to the strength and softness of apparel and home products, ensuring they are more comfortable, retain colour longer and resist pilling. Shorter fibers produce yarns that are rougher and subject to pilling on the surface of the product over time.

At Karsu Tekstil, wool blends are generally made as Modal and Wool, Acrylic and Wool, Viscose and Wool. We can make wool blended yarns up to 30%.