Metallic fabrics include a variety of materials such as Lurex, which is a brand of yarn that contains metallic fibers, and lamé, a textile woven with metallic threads. Other examples include satin and taffeta fabrics that have been treated with metallic finishes. Additionally, some fabrics may use metallic coatings or foils to achieve a shimmering effect. These fabrics are often used in fashion, costumes, and decorative applications.
Metallic fabrics are Manufactured mineral (inorganic).
There are many lightweight finely woven fabrics which can be purchased. The fabrics include pongee, satin, Charmeuse, Cloque, crepe de chine, dotted Swiss, lame, linen, metallic, microfiber, muslin, paisley, and Pashmina.
Metallic fibers are often added to fabrics for decorative purposes as they impart a shiny and shimmery appearance. However, they can also be added for functional purposes such as enhancing the fabric's strength, conductivity, or thermal properties.
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Metallic fibers are manufactured fibers composed of metal, plastic-coated metal, metal-coated plastic, or a core completely covered by metal. Gold and silver are the most common metallic fabrics.
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Nonmetal fabrics refer to textiles that are not made from metallic fibers, such as cotton, linen, silk, wool, or synthetic materials like polyester, nylon, and spandex. These fabrics are commonly used in clothing, home furnishings, and various other textile products.
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Iron and copper.
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Luster is categorized as metallic or non-metallic. Metallic luster is highly reflective, like chrome. Non-metallic is further divided by names such as dull, glassy, adamantine, waxy, silky, pearly, and greasy.