Ramie has slender fibers, even thinner than cotton fibers. It has a very good luster in appearance, and its good moisture absorption and breathability make ramie a summer clothing fabric. First of all, this article will give you some popular science about the advantages and disadvantages of ramie fabric, including its advantages, disadvantages and characteristics.
Advantages of ramie fabric
1. Antibacterial and mite removal, Anti-odor
Antibacterial and deodorizing: Because ramie fiber has an ultra-fine microporous structure, it has a strong adsorption capacity and can absorb harmful substances such as formaldehyde. In addition, ramie contains antibacterial elements, which can effectively It prevents the growth of bacteria and can evaporate harmful substances after drying. Therefore, ramie is also an environmentally friendly fabric.
2. Good moisture absorption and breathability, fast perspiration and heat dissipation
Ramie, known as the “King of Natural Fibers”, has a cross-section with a cavity structure , such a structure can absorb sweat very well and discharge it quickly, so ramie has excellent moisture absorption and breathability properties. Wearing ramie fabrics in summer is more breathable and cool.
3. Strong, small extension, mildew-proof, wear-resistant and not easy to corrode.
The strength and toughness of hemp fiber are relatively high, and it also has the function of preventing insects. Therefore, ramie is also used in nuclear weapons, safety ropes, parachutes and other fields.
4. Healthy and environmentally friendly
Ramie has extremely strong vitality and can grow quickly without adding any pesticides during the growth process. Its production No pollutants are produced during the processing, and ramie does not cause harm to human skin. In addition to being used to produce clothing, it is also often used to produce socks.
5 UV resistance
Because ramie fiber has a prismatic structure, this structure can absorb and reflect ultraviolet rays well, and ultraviolet rays can penetrate ramie The rate is less than 1%, which can effectively prevent the harm of ultraviolet rays to the human body.
6 Anti-static
Ramie is an anti-static fabric, so dust will not be adsorbed on the surface of the clothes.
Disadvantages of ramie fabric:
The feel of ramie fabric is rougher than cotton, and the clothes are prone to wrinkles after washing. Another point is that The cohesion of hemp fibers is relatively poor.
Ramie fabric price
The price of ramie will vary with different specifications and different merchants. The price of specially made high-count ramie may be higher than that of cotton. Ramie The average price will be 40~60 yuan/meter. There are also many styles of ramie fabrics. Interested friends can go to the mall to check the price.
