Understanding Abrasion and Pilling in Textiles deviantart.com

Two common issues that occur in textiles over time, particularly in upholstery and clothing are Pilling and Abrasion. Below, we will be outlining what each of the terms mean and how they can be measured.
ABRASION

The process of wearing down or rubbing away a fabric's surface over time because of friction, frequent use, or other mechanical processes is known as abrasion. This may cause the fabric to lose its colour, look, and tensile strength. It can occur due to various factors, including washing, ironing, rubbing, and scraping. Abrasion is a typical issue with clothes, especially in places where there is a lot of friction, including the elbows, knees, and cuffs.

PILLING

Pilling is the development of tiny balls or clusters of fibres on a fabric's surface because of friction or abrasion. Pilling often happens when loose fibres on a fabric's surface become twisted and twist into tiny balls. For instance, synthetic fibres like polyester, nylon, and acrylic are more prone to pilling, which is a typ…