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Custom Satin Fabric UK

Satin fabric in the UK is one of the world’s most luxurious and beloved textiles. Satin fabric printing results in a smooth, glossy fabric made of a variety of fibers, including polyester, nylon, and rayon. As one of the leading satin fabric manufacturers, we produce high-quality, durable satin fabrics. Find out more about satin material, including how it is made and the main characteristics and uses. You can also discover how to go about custom printing on satin material.

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Custom Satin Fabric Printing

What is satin fabric made in the UK?

Satin material is not actually a natural fibre like silk; it is a type of weave. Satin fabric is sleek, lustrous and glossy with an easily identifiable shiny face. Satin fabric can be made in the UK and internationally and has a specific type of textile weave, different from the weave of basic woven fabric.

The yarns most commonly used to make satin are cotton, wool, silk – which gives you silk satin fabric, and synthetic fabrics, such as polyester or acetate.

Some widely used types of satin include:

Duchess satin – luxurious, heavy satin with a more solid drape
Polysatin or poly-satin – a shortened term for polyester satin: satin made from polyester yarns
Cotton satin – satin woven fabric made from cotton
Charmeuse satin – lightweight and elegant with a fluid drape
Farmer’s satin – made from mercerised cotton
Baronet satin – cotton back with a rayon or silk front
Gattar – made with a silk warp and a cotton weft

How is it manufactured?

The satin weave is one of the 3 basic weave structures that have been used for thousands of years. It is like a twill weave, but the floats are much longer, giving satin its distinct lustrous surface. Once the yarn is chosen, be it natural or synthetic, the satin weaving process can begin.

To be considered genuine satin, the fabric must be woven in this specific manner:

The textile must have at least 4 threads brought to the fabric's surface that “float” over a single thread running perpendicular.
The threads on the top are called warp strands (which run vertically), and the threads on the bottom are called weft strands (which run horizontally).
This is called “floating”, and it allows long lengths of thread to reflect the light. This is what makes satin look so glossy and shiny.

Purposes of satin fabric made in the UK

Satin is widely used in fashion, interior design and home furnishings. It is most commonly found in everyday clothing, such as nightgowns, blouses, shirts, ties, scarves or elegant formal dresses and evening wear. You can also create high-end bedding, upholstery and lingerie. Its luxurious qualities make satin one of the most popular fabrics for wedding dresses.

When a satin weave is made with synthetic fibres, it can also be used as a backing to other fabrics, such as wool or velvet, eliminating the need for a slip or camisole.

Satin is also widely used in footwear, specifically women’s formal shoes, for occasions like weddings or black-tie events. Satin variations are also used to make ballet shoes.

Properties

Satin material is renowned for being a romantic, luxurious, and sensual fabric. Satin weaves have a glossy face, which makes them instantly recognisable. Some other notable satin properties include:

A lustrous and shiny face
A beautiful, fluid-like drape
Durable and strong
Generally, very taut
Wrinkle resistant
Smooth surface
Generally, a dull back
Can be tricky to work with

Advantages of satin fabric made in the UK

The main advantage of satin fabric is that it can be as expensive or affordable as you need it to be. Because satin is a weave as opposed to specific material, you can choose whether to opt for silk satin fabric, a luxurious and expensive satin, or satin from synthetic yarn, such as polyester or nylon. The type of yarn you choose will also impact the ease of washing. Satin made from silk, for example, must be dry cleaned only. Satin made from synthetic fibres, however, are easier to care for and can be washed at home.

Satin is lightweight, smooth and silky to the touch, which gives it a big advantage in being used for lingerie, nightwear and any other kind of apparel worn close to the skin.

You can buy satin fabric online in its raw state or apparel, and you can get custom printing on satin material delivered to your door.

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