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Standard Specification for Woven Upholstery Fabrics-Plain, Tufted, or Flocked
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This performance specification covers the performance requirements for plain, tufted, or flocked woven upholstery fabrics as used in the manufacture of new indoor furniture. These requirements apply to both the warp and filling directions for those factors where each fabric direction is pertinent. Tests shall be made to determine the properties of the material in accordance with the following test methods: breaking strength; tear strength; resistance to yarn slippage; surface abrasion; dimensional change; colorfastness to water; colorfastness to solvent; colorfastness to burnt gas fumes; colorfastness to crocking; colorfastness to light; colorfastness to ozone; durability of back coating; flammability; and FTC requirements.
Scope
1.1 This specification covers the performance requirements for plain, tufted, or flocked woven upholstery fabrics as used in the manufacture of new indoor furniture. These requirements apply to both the warp and filling directions for those factors where each fabric direction is pertinent.
1.2 This specification is not applicable to fabrics used in porch, deck, or lawn furniture; nor for knitted fabrics, bonded or laminated fabrics, or surface-coated fabrics (such as vinyls and urethanes).
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
abrasion resistance; durability; fabric; flock; performance; specification; upholstery; ICS Number Code 59.080.30 (Textile fabrics); 97.140 (Furniture)
To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:
07.01 (Textiles (I): D76 - D4391)
07.02 (Textiles (II): D4393 - latest)
To find similar documents by classification:
59.080.30 (Textile fabrics Including nonwovens, felts, lace, etc.)
97.140 (Furniture Including upholstery, mattresses, office furniture, school furniture, etc.)
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Document Number
ASTM-D3597-02
Revision Level
2002 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Revision
Publication Date
April 10, 2002
Document Type
Specification
Page Count
4 pages
Committee Number
D13.63