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Upholstery constitutes an important group of fabrics where discoloration from soil is common, appearance is of greatest concern, and cleaning is difficult. Fluorochemical (FC) finishing of upholstery fabrics is a common practice. However, its effectiveness in reducing soiling in upholstery fabrics of various fiber contents and constructions is not clear from published literature. This research explores the effectiveness of FC repellent finish on soiling and soil release properties of upholstery fabrics having various fiber contents and fabric geometry toward paniculate as well as oily I paniculate composite soils. Soiling propensity and soil release properties were evaluated using laboratory techniques as well as visual examination. Results indicate that FC finish affected soiling and soil release properties of fabrics to different extents. Also, overall soiling due to composite soil increased in all fabrics but more prominently in cellu–losic fabrics.

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Fluorochemical Finishing of Upholstery: Effect on Soiling and Soil Release

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