Knitted Elastic- the growing popularity of this narrow fabric.
Let’s gain a basic understanding of knitted elastics. These elastics are soft and comfortable and have little Rubber content compared to braided or woven elastics. They don’t narrow on stretching and feel soft against the skin texture. Said that it doesn’t irritate the skin with its extreme grip but offers a snug fit to anything it is sewn into. And yes, knitted fabrics can be sewn directly to your garment and it won’t irritate your skin. This lightweight, comforting elastic has long-lasting high durability to it. Being perfect for light to medium weight fabrics, knitted elastics have ubiquitous use. Let’s walk through different segments where Knitted elastics are so highly sought after. 1. Hosiery- undergarment markets Knitted elastics retain their width when stretched. Now, this is crucial for undergarments as they tend to offer a snug fit. Moreover, they are soft against the skin and hence using them in hosiery and undergarments won’t cause any irritation.