Definition of Canton Flannel

Fiber: Cotton

Weave: Four harness warp-faced twill weave. Characteristics The filling yarn is a very loosely twisted and soft and later brushed to produced a soft nap on the back, the warp is medium in size. The face is a twill. Heavy, warm, strong and absorbent. Named for Canton, China where it was first made. Comes bleached, unbleached, dyed, and some is printed.

Uses: Interlinings, sleeping garments, linings, coverings, work gloves.

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