Rib Fabric is a type of fabric with distinct longitudinal or transverse textures, typically made from fibers such as cotton, polyester, wool, etc. Its characteristic is a series of parallel stripes on the surface, which are formed through special weaving techniques. Ribbed fabric has good elasticity and a certain degree of stretchability, and is commonly used to make close fitting clothing such as T-shirts, sportswear, underwear, etc.
The main types of ribbed fabrics are:
- Single rib * *: Usually only one texture, suitable for making lightweight clothing.
- Double ribbed * *: There are two textures, usually thicker than single ribbed, suitable for making warm clothing.
- Wide Ribs and Narrow Ribs * *: Depending on the width of the stripes, they can be divided into wide ribs and narrow ribs, suitable for different design styles.
The advantages of ribbed fabric include good comfort, strong breathability, easy cleaning and maintenance, therefore it has been widely used in clothing design.