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French terry is a knitted-loop textile made from a combination of cotton and polyester fibres, with a smooth and even front side and a looped or slightly brushed reverse side. This double-sided construction provides pleasant feel, good warmth and a more durable structure for everyday use. It can be used as a base material for sweaters, sweatshirts, casual wear, lining materials and wipes. It is easy to cut and sew, and is available in many colours and surface finishes. Its warmer counterpart with a brushed reverse side is brushed cotton fleece.
FRENCH TERRY DETAILED DESCRIPTION
(Unbrushed) French terry
French terry is a knitted-looped textile with a smooth face side and a looped or brushed back side. It is primarily produced from a combination of cotton and polyester fibres. This construction can provide a pleasant feel and good thermal sensation. French terry is a versatile base material used for making various apparel products, lining materials, insulating textiles or even wiping cloths. The combination of cotton and polyester contributes to the material's durability and easy handling.
Composition and structure
The base material of unbrushed French terry is often cotton or a blend of cotton and polyester fibres. Cotton, as a natural fibre, can provide a soft feel and good breathability, while polyester fibres can increase the material's resistance and shape retention.
The structure of French terry is made using knitting technology. The top side of the material generally has a smooth, even surface, while the back side may have a looped or slightly brushed structure. This dual structure allows the material to provide comfortable wear, while the back side can contribute to thermal insulation or moisture absorption. With a brushed reverse side and a warmer feel, the same base material is brushed cotton fleece.
Material characteristics
French terry has several properties that make it suitable for making various textile products. The knitted structure and the combination of base materials ensure the material's practical usability.
- smooth front surface
- looped or brushed back side
- pleasant feel based on cotton
- more durable structure with polyester content
- textile providing good thermal sensation
- easy to cut and sew
These properties allow French terry to appear as a base material for various textile products.
Applications
One of the most common application areas of French terry is the apparel industry. Various comfort garments, such as jumpers, sweatshirt tops or loungewear, can be made from it. The knitted structure and pleasant feel can provide comfortable wear. For finishing the neckline, the cuffs and the hem, ribbing goes well with it.
It can also be used as a lining material, particularly for garments where the soft surface and thermal sensation play an important role. The looped or brushed back side can help create a warmer sensation.
French terry can also appear as an insulating textile in certain cases, and can also be used for making wiping cloths due to the textile's structure and moisture absorption capacity.
Material selection considerations
When choosing French terry, it is worth considering the material's thickness, the back-side structure and the cotton-polyester ratio. Thicker French terry textiles are often more suitable for warmer apparel products or insulation purposes, while lighter variants may be more practical for comfort apparel use.
French terry can be made in various colours and surface designs, allowing for the realisation of different apparel and textile projects. If the material also needs to follow the movement of the body, stretch French terry is the next step.
Frequently asked questions
What is French terry made of?
French terry is generally made from a combination of cotton and polyester fibres, which can provide a soft feel and more durable structure.
How does French terry differ from jersey fabric?
French terry is generally thicker and its back side may have a looped or brushed structure, while jersey textile is generally thinner and has a smoother surface.
What is French terry fabric used for?
French terry can be used for apparel products, as a lining material, for insulating textiles or for making wiping cloths.
Does French terry provide comfortable wear?
Due to the cotton content and knitted structure, French terry can often provide comfortable wear for various apparel products.