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Beating Back the Bacteria in Fabric

Writer's picture: Ioannis AnastasakisIoannis Anastasakis

Updated: Jan 27

A Little Recognized Side benefit of the KewlFabric 7101 Design

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While it may not often be a popular topic for discussion, preventing the growth of bacteria in garments, especially #workwear is often a topic of conversation for garment developers and buyers.


KewlFabric is made up of inorganic materials (polyesters and super-absorbent fibers) that do not attract or feed bacteria. This is very important when developing an #activecooling cooling fabric that absorbs and holds water for evaporation, and is used in the heat.


How does bacteria affect clothes?

The clothes create a warm and often moist environment on the skin, which leads to the growth of bacteria. In some cases, these microorganisms lead to unpleasant odors, staining, fabric deterioration, and even physical irritation, such as skin allergies and skin infections.


How does bacteria grow on clothing?

Growth of bacteria is due to sweat secretions, skin desquamation, natural particles present in the clothing fibers or on the fibers itself, or nutrition from elsewhere in the environment. An important factor determining bacterium-fiber interaction is the origin and the composition of the clothing textile.


While many of our usual garments are made up of, or include natural fibers, KewlFabric 7101 is made using inorganic materials that will not feed bacteria, thereby eliminating one source of "food" that bacteria can feed on. Add to that, that #KewlFabric is machine washable and you now have an #activecooling fabric that is ideal for #workwear and everyday wear for people who work and play in the heat.

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