Fabric Types

Solid Dyed

Fabric that has been dyed a single, uniform color throughout the entire material.

Also known as: piece-dyed fabricyarn-dyed solidplain dyed fabricsolid color fabric

Solid dyed fabric refers to textile material that has been dyed with a single, uniform color throughout. The dyeing process ensures consistent color from selvage to selvage and from beginning to end of the roll, creating a reliable base for products requiring uniform coloration.

Two primary methods produce solid dyed fabrics. Piece dyeing involves dyeing the fabric after weaving, where the entire fabric piece is immersed in a dye bath. This method offers flexibility since the same greige fabric can be dyed to any color based on demand. Yarn dyeing, by contrast, colors the yarn before weaving, resulting in more thorough dye penetration and often superior color fastness. For polyester fabrics, disperse dyes are the standard choice, as they bond effectively with synthetic fibers under high temperature and pressure conditions.

Quality in solid dyed fabrics is measured primarily through color fastness testing. Commercial fabrics typically achieve Grade 4-5 for both washing and light fastness on a 5-point scale, indicating excellent color retention through repeated laundering and prolonged light exposure. Color uniformity across the fabric width is equally important, as variations can cause visible inconsistencies in finished products.

Solid dyed fabrics are produced across a wide weight range from 60 to 280 GSM and widths up to 315cm. Most suppliers offer Pantone color matching services, allowing buyers to specify exact shades for brand consistency. The versatility of solid dyed fabric makes it suitable for bedding, curtains, upholstery, and apparel applications where consistent color is essential.

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