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Definition of Mercerize

Mercerize
Mercerize Mer"cer*ize, v. t. [imp. & p. p. -ized; p. pr. & vb. n. -izing.] [From (John) Mercer (1791-1866), an English calico printer who introduced the process + -ize.] To treat (cotton fiber or fabrics) with a solution of caustic alkali. Such treatment causes the fiber to shrink in length and become stronger and more receptive of dyes. If the yarn or cloth is kept under tension during the process, it assumes a silky luster. -- Mer`cer*i*za"tion, n.

Meaning of Mercerize from wikipedia

- the alkali. Caustic soda concentrations of 20–26% are used. Effective mercerization requires the use of wetting agents. The improved lustre of mercerised...
- the stone and rock it with his feet to press the cloth. London shrunk Mercerize Harmuth, Louis (1915). Dictionary of Textiles. Fairchild publishing company...
- fraying and is less durable than plain weave fabrics. Some sateen is mercerized, a chemical process that makes fibers softer, smoother, and more resilient...
- by cutting the loops or raised surface to a uniform and even height. Mercerizing improves the characteristics of the cellulosic materials and improves...
- International Cotton ****ociation Java cotton (kapok) King Cotton Madapollam Mercerized cotton Sea island cotton The Biology of Gossypium hirsutum L. and Gossypium...
- is a modified version of viscose that is stronger when wet. It can be mercerized like cotton. HWM rayons are also known as "polynosic".[contradictory]...
- Decatising Devoré Finishing Fulling Heatsetting Indienne Kasuri Katazome Mercerization Moire Nap Parchmentising Rogan printing Rōketsuzome Roller printing...
- applications. In the present day, imitation silk may be made with rayon, mercerized cotton, polyester, a blend of these materials, or a blend of rayon and...
- Decatising Devoré Finishing Fulling Heatsetting Indienne Kasuri Katazome Mercerization Moire Nap Parchmentising Rogan printing Rōketsuzome Roller printing...
- Decatising Devoré Finishing Fulling Heatsetting Indienne Kasuri Katazome Mercerization Moire Nap Parchmentising Rogan printing Rōketsuzome Roller printing...