This type of finish changes the internal performance of the fabric. These are given to improve the aesthetic purpose of a fabric. Thus functional finishes can be further divided into two groups :
1. Aesthetic Finish
It is given to enhance the fabric appearance and its draping ability. Some of the important aesthetic finishes are :
●Napping and scudding
●Mercerization
●Shearing
●Softening
●Stiffening
2. Performance
Finish It is given to enrich the fabric properties like strength and durability. Some of the important functional finishes are :
●Antimicrobial
●Moth proof
●Crease resistant
●Durable press
●Soil resistant
●Water repellent or water proof
●Shrink proofing
●Flame resistant
Quality Finish
These types of finishes improve the quality of the fabric based on the time line or usage. They can be temporary, semi-permanent or permanent.
1. Temporary Finish
As the name suggest the temporary finish is not a stable finish and it disappears immediately after the first wash or first few washes. It includes finishes like :
●Starching or sizing
●Softening
●Embossing
●Calendaring
2. Semi-Permanent Finish
This finishing is durable than temporary finish and can withstand more than 10 to 15 washes. It includes finishes like:
●Schreiner calendaring
●Buckram finish
3. Permanent Finish
Permanent finishing does not disappear and remains unaffected through all the conditions of wear and washing treatments given to the fabric. It includes finishes like:
●Flame retardant
●Resin finish
●Sanforising
●Water proof or water repellent