A quick reference for the textile construction types you'll select when populating a DPP, each with a plain description and typical end use.
| Textile Type | Description | Typical End Use |
|---|---|---|
| Woven | Fabric made by interlacing warp and weft yarns at right angles. | Shirts, trousers, denim, workwear, curtains, upholstery |
| Weft Knitted | Fabric made by interlooping yarns horizontally (across the width). | T-shirts, polos, sweaters, leggings, underwear |
| Warp Knitted | Fabric made by interlooping yarns vertically (along the length). | Sportswear, mesh, lace, lingerie, technical textiles |
| Interlock Knit | Double-knit weft-knitted fabric creating a smooth, dense, stable material with durability and shape retention. | Premium T-shirts, workwear pullovers, sweatshirts, activewear, uniforms |
| Circular Knitted | Knitted on circular machines producing seamless tubular fabrics. | T-shirts, activewear, underwear, socks |
| Flat Knitted | Knitted on flat-bed machines creating shaped panels. | Jumpers, pullovers, cardigans, knitwear |
| Nonwoven | Fabric made by bonding fibres together without weaving or knitting. | Medical gowns, masks, wipes, insulation, geotextiles |
| Braided | Three or more yarns interlaced diagonally forming cords or ropes. | Ropes, drawcords, shoelaces, safety cords |
| Knotted | Fabric created by tying knots between yarns or cords. | Fishing nets, decorative textiles, macramé |
| Crocheted | Fabric created by looping yarn with a crochet hook. | Lace, trims, fashion garments, accessories |
| Tufted | Yarn inserted into a backing material to create a pile surface. | Carpets, rugs, bath mats, upholstery |
| Composite | Textile combining two or more different materials into one structure. | Protective clothing, reinforced composites, technical fabrics |
| Laminated | Two or more textile layers bonded with a membrane or film. | Waterproof jackets, breathable outdoor clothing, PPE |
| Bonded | Two fabric layers permanently joined using adhesives, heat or foam. | Softshell jackets, fleece-backed fabrics, workwear |
| Coated | Textile coated with a polymer or other surface treatment. | Rainwear, tarpaulins, protective clothing, bags |
| Quilted | Multiple layers stitched together with padding between them. | Jackets, sleeping bags, quilts, insulated workwear |
| Spacer Fabric (3D Knit) | Three-dimensional knitted fabric with outer layers connected by spacer yarns. | Footwear, backpacks, seating, protective equipment |
| Felted | Fibres compressed together using heat, moisture or pressure without weaving or knitting. | Hats, slippers, industrial felt, insulation |
| Needle-Punched | Nonwoven fabric mechanically bonded using barbed needles. | Automotive insulation, geotextiles, filtration media |
| Embroidered | Decorative or functional stitching applied to a textile base. | Logos, uniforms, badges, decorative fabrics |
| Lace | Openwork textile created by knitting, weaving or looping yarns into decorative patterns. | Lingerie, fashion garments, curtains |
| Mesh | Open fabric structure with regularly spaced holes for ventilation or drainage. | Sportswear, safety vests, bags, footwear |
| Net | Open fabric with larger openings than mesh, formed by knotting or knitting. | Cargo nets, sports nets, agricultural nets |
| Pile Fabric | Fabric with raised fibres or loops on the surface. | Velvet, corduroy, terry towels, fleece |
| Flocked | Textile with short fibres electrostatically applied to create a soft surface. | Upholstery, decorative fabrics, automotive interiors |