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What is the cotton prints wax fabrics?

Cotton wax print fabric is that the nature cotton materials are dyed or printed after waxed.Cotton is a natural fiber, and its main component is cellulose.Batik is an ancient anti dyeing process. It is named after using beeswax as anti dye. It has a history of more than years. Batik products have full patterns and rich layers. Because the wax will crack on the fabric after cooling, and the pigment will penetrate into the crack to obtain various color patterns, commonly known as "ice patterns". With the same pattern design, different "ice patterns" can be obtained after batik. Therefore, "ice pattern" is also a unique feature of batik handicraft. "Ice pattern" is known as the "soul" of batik. However, the traditional method of dyeing batik does not have good colorfastness, therefore, the method was improved to be machine printed to achieve high colorfastness quality. Cotton wax fabric prints are widely used from shirts,pants, skirts, coats, jackets, head wraps and bedding, moreover,furniture, sofa covers, curtains, banners, etc.

The process of cotton Wax print fabrics production ?

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The different process for producing wax cotton fabric prints :Pres-processing: the fabric is desized, scoured and bleached at first before dyeing and printing. Following step is waxing which promise it can come out special pattern like ice line. Then, the fabric goes to be dyed or printed for designed pattern. The last step is the fabric goes to dewaxing with 95-100 degree centigrade water to be washed.

The advantage of cotton wax print fabrics?

The cotton fiber has strong moisture absorption, and the molecules are rich in a lot of hydrophilic structure, will not generate static electricity, have excellent air permeability, anti-sensitivity, and simple cleaning. Cotton wax prints textile is more widely for clothing and head wraps, in much of the world besides the Africa. The cotton materials offer superior comfortableness to skins, and its strong moisture absorption makes perfect air permeability. The advantages of cotton textile are easy to keep warm, soft and close to the body, good moisture absorption and air permeability. Its disadvantage is that it is easy to shrink and wrinkle, and its appearance is not neat and beautiful.

Main features:

1. It has good moisture absorption and air permeability and is comfortable to wear;

2. Soft feel, soft luster and simplicity;

3. Good warmth retention and excellent wearing performance;

4.Good dyeability, bright color and complete chromatography, but the color fastness is not good enough;

5. Alkali resistant but not acid resistant. Concentrated alkali treatment can round the fiber section in the fabric, so as to improve the luster of the fabric, that is, mercerization.

6.Good light resistance, but long-time exposure will cause fading and strength decline;

7. Poor elasticity, easy to wrinkle and crease is not easy to recover;

8. Pure cotton fabric is easy to mildew and deteriorate, but it is resistant to moth.

How to distinguish the cotton materials?

There are there ways to distinguish the batik fabrics in cotton :

1.Combustion method, draw a thread or a small part of fabrics and light it with a match. The cotton fabric burns quickly when exposed to fire, the flame is yellow, and the smell is like burning paper, and finally it is off-white powder.   

2.Hand touch: the cotton fabric is easy to wrinkle on the fabric by hand, the wrinkles are obvious, and it is slow to restore flatness.

3.Hand feel: appearance point of view, cotton fabric is softer.

The applications of cotton wax print fabrics

Cotton wax fabrics are made to be 4 kinds of hand feels: waxed, hard, and soft of normal fabrics. Waxy hand feeling: smooth, shiny, with the silky feel of a candle. Waxed cotton fabrics are used for daily clothing or shining festival party dresses. Soft hand feeling: very soft, like cotton wool (the normal hand feels slightly stiffer than the soft one), which is popular for daily clothes or clothes are close to skin. Hard feeling, especially hard, like cardboard, which is pressed by machine for shinning appearance. It is formed by calendering and has a certain waterproof effect. It is more suitable for banners or stiff dressing.

Wax prints fabrics are grouped by other names

Java wax

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Java wax is called for positioning printing. Color styles are traditionally vivid and rich, which creates dazzling fabrics with special designs such as glossy surfaces. Attractive patterns and unique color combinations ensure that everyone can express their personality in their clothing. This is a unique collection. Java differs from fashionable waxy Holland-squares fabrics in that no wax is used. This means that for Java design, very fine and detailed patterns can appear in many raw and different colors. Colors are traditionally vivid and rich, which creates vibrant, colorful fabrics and beautiful special effects.

The super wax

Super wax is made from an exceptionally dense, fine and luxurious cotton fabric. Super wax has a recognizable design signature that is different from wax blocks because it always has a two-tone, natural and unique crack effect. A third color can be added to the print without this cracking effect. This refers to the wax-based batik process that gives super batik prints a unique style that reflects African pride and status. The ultra wax pattern is printed on both sides of the fabric (cotton). This is double-sided printing.

Fashionable wax prints

Fashion Wax Hollandais is a special Wax product that has one or two core colors that "fit" into the Wax Hollandais design. The range and combinations of colours used are extremely varied, emphasising the unique style of visco fabrics. Patterns and prints inherited from African culture. One of the colors is often used to highlight the natural bubble effect, which contributes to a unique and vivid look. This is a genuine sign of quality wax Dutch block prints.

The market of the wax print fabrics

The wax fabric prints are popular in worldwide. The main markets of wax fabrics are Africa, south of America and The Middle East. The last year year-on-year growth of Nigeria is more than 30%( -). Most of Africa importers are distributors and wholesalers.

The production capacity of cotton batik?

These African print fabrics are made of 100% cotton. This is the most popular material for making clothes because it's made of 100% natural fibers.

Cotton textiles offer several other benefits compared to other materials, making them popular in various applications. Here are some key advantages of cotton textiles:

Comfort and Breathability:
Cotton fabrics are soft and breathable, providing comfort in various climates.
They allow air circulation, making them ideal for warm weather and preventing overheating.

Hypoallergenic:
Cotton is a natural fiber, making it less likely to cause allergies or irritate sensitive skin.
It is a good choice for those with allergies or skin sensitivities.

Moisture Absorption:
Cotton has high moisture absorption capabilities, wicking away sweat and keeping the body dry.
This makes cotton garments suitable for active wear and hot climates.

Durability:
Cotton textiles are generally durable and withstand regular washing and wear.
They tend to have a longer lifespan compared to some synthetic materials.

Versatility:
Cotton fabrics come in a wide range of weights and weaves, making them suitable for various applications such as clothing, bedding, and home textiles.

Biodegradability:
Cotton is a natural, biodegradable fiber, making it environmentally friendly compared to synthetic materials that may take longer to decompose.

Easy Care:
Cotton garments are typically easy to care for, as they can be machine washed and do not require special handling.

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