Advantages and disadvantages of pigment printing

Pigment printing is the cheapest way to print Du pattern in printing production, because the printing of pigment is relatively simple and requires the least process, usually does not need steaming and washing. The coating has bright and rich colors and can be used for all textile fibers. Because of their good light fastness and dry cleaning fastness, they are widely used in decorative fabrics, curtain fabrics and clothing fabrics that need dry cleaning. In addition, the coating almost will not produce large color difference in different batches of fabrics, and the cover of the background color is also very good.

With continuous washing or dry cleaning, pigment printing will fade gradually, and the color will be lighter and lighter. This is due to the continuous rotation and stirring during the cleaning process, which makes the resin adhesive gradually fall off. Generally after 20-30 times of cleaning, this kind of printing cloth will appear obvious fading phenomenon. Due to the application of resin and silicon softener in the finishing process, the color fastness of the fabric is improved. It is worth noting that dark colors fade more easily than light or light colors.

The paint makes the hand feel hard in the printing part of the fabric, which is not obvious in light color, but very prominent in dark color. The coating is not particularly wear-resistant, especially in dark colors. Dark paint should be avoided especially in furniture decorative fabrics.