Influence of Plain, Twill, and Satin Weave Structures on the Optimum Colorfastness Properties of Reactive Dyes

Abstract

The objective of this work is to study the influence of the plain, twill and satin weave structures on the colorfastness properties of reactive dyes. From the results, it can be concluded that plain weave fabric showed the optimum colorfastness properties due to its compact interlacement structure compared to twill and satin weave fabrics. Three types of plain, twill, and satin weave fabrics of different weave structures and weights (g/m2) were used in this research. The dyes, auxiliaries, and chemicals were applied, and the colorfastness tests were carried out in accordance with the test methods provided by ASTM and AATCC standards. Color strength (K/S) values were obtained using a reflectance spectrophotometer. A projection microscope was used to take cross sectional diagrams of the yarns for assessment. FTIR instrument transmitted infrared radiation to the dyed samples of up to a few microns to measure the spectroscopy within the visible spectral province with the maximum infrared ray (IR) peak values. The peak values of the FTIR device assured the presence of colorant or chromophore existing in the dyestuffs which were liable to expose the best colorfastness properties. This research is experimentally-based, and the findings are useful to personnel involved in cellulose fabric dyeing with reactive dyes and to the control of color properties. This research opens potential ways for scholars to advance study in this field.