Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of washing on cotton fabric digitally printed in blue colour. The study included several important steps: the selection of the most suitable detergent and washing temperature, the analysis of the effects of detergents on colour fastness and the physical properties of the cotton fabric after five washes. Detergents with different formulations and physical forms were used. The results showed that powder detergents containing optical brighteners caused the strongest changes due to their abrasive effect on the pigment layer. To preserve colour integrity, washing at 40 °C with detergents without optical brighteners is recommended.
Source: Koža & obuća
DOI: 10.34187/ko.74.1.1
Institution: University of Zagreb
Language: English
Subfield: Building and Construction
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409272415