Laundary Science

Paper Code: 
TEX -202
Credits: 
03
Contact Hours: 
30.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course is designed to:

  • Highlight the basics of dyeing
  • Develop creative and technical skills through dyeing of fabric
6.00
Unit I: 

Water: Types, Soft water, Hard water, Purification of water; Soaps: Types, Manufacturing, Properties; Detergents: Types, Properties

6.00
Unit II: 

Laundering: Objects, Methods, Laundering of white, coloured, cotton, silk, wool, synthetic fabrics, lace materials, carpets; Clothing storing, Mending, Darning, Seasonal care

5.00
Unit III: 

Dry cleaning: Chemicals used, Sequence, Method, Commercial dry cleaning; Washing machines: Types, Working principles

6.00
Unit IV: 

Ironing and pressing: Hot air, Steam, Permanent pressing, Thumble drier: Hydro extractor (working principle)

7.00
Unit V: 

Stain: Classification, Removal of known and unknown stains, Rules in removing fresh and old stains; Stain removers: Grease solvents, Absorbents, Washing soda (borax);
Care labels: Importance, Symbols, Uses

Essential Readings: 
  • D’Souza, N., Fabric care.
  • Susheela D, Fundamentals of textiles and their care.
References: 
  • Durga. D, House hold textiles and laundry work
  • Carbman, B. P., Textiles fiber to fabric (International Edition), McGraw Hill.
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