Zeitschrift für Textilwissenschaft und -technik

Effects of Aromal Finish by Herbal and Conventional Methods on Woven Fabrics

Abstract

Banupriya J and Maheshwari V

Fragrance finishing of textile materials has been greatly expanded and used in recent years. The textiles are worn, body temperature is ideal for the growth of bacteria. The prevention of microbial attack on textile material has become increasingly important which susceptible to microbial infestation. Fragrance finishing of textiles is one of the processes which enhance the value of the product by adding various odours to it. This paper examines the effects of fragrance finished fabrics by comparing the herbal and conventional methods, the best result are tested by the performance of the fragrance and laundering properties of the treated fabrics were investigated.