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Wash
WSH-1016
Vintage Wash
Vintage wash textiles are fabrics or garments treated to achieve a weathered, aged look, similar to vintage items. The process involves techniques like stonewashing or enzyme washing to soften the fabric and create a retro appearance. It's often used for casual wear and denim, providing a comfortable, faded, and vintage-inspired style.
Specifications
CATEGORY
Wash
VISUAL EFFECT
Softened, faded retro finish
INTENSITY RANGE
Variable
Benefits
Stone or enzyme washing softens the fabric and fades the colour for a worn, retro finish. The everyday route to a lived-in look on knit.
Limitations
The finish varies between pieces, which is what makes it read as genuinely aged. Set the fade level at approval so the run stays consistent as a family.
Process
- Fabric Preparation: Choose the fabrics or garments, and make sure they are clean and free from impurities.
- Wash Cycle: Apply the chosen vintage wash method, such as stonewashing or enzyme washing.
- Rinsing & Neutralisation: Rinse thoroughly to remove residues. Use a neutralising agent to stop the enzyme action.
- Drying: Air-dry or machine dry, depending on the vintage look required.
- Finishing: If needed, add distressing, whiskering or hand-sanding to strengthen the vintage look.
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