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2-WAY STRETCH VS 4-WAY STRETCH

Stretch can be defined by the possible direction of movement, such as 2-way or 4-way stretch. In a
2-way stretch, the fabric will only move in one direction, crosswise or lengthwise. A 4-way stretch
fabric means it can move in both of these directions, allowing for unrestricted movement.

2-WAY MECHANICAL STRETCH

Similarly, stretch can be defined by how the fabric is created. Elastane stretch refers to
fabrics where elastane thread is part of the structure and the amount of stretch depends on
the percentage of elastin within the fabric. Alternatively, when yarn texture is combined in
knitting techniques to create a small amount of stretch in an overall fabric, we refer to this as a
mechanical stretch.

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