plain weave
the most common and tightest of basic weave structures in which the filling threads pass over and under successive warp threads and repeat the same pattern with alternate threads in the following row, producing a checkered surface.
Origin of plain weave
1- Compare satin weave, twill weave.
Words Nearby plain weave
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How to use plain weave in a sentence
For double cloths the plain weave is used, or a weave with a plain face and a one-third weave on the back.
Textiles | William H. DooleyPanama Cloth is a plain weave worsted fabric of no uniform construction or finish.
Textiles | William H. DooleyVeiling includes light weight, usually plain weave fabrics of various constructions; generally made with singed or polished yarns.
Textiles | William H. DooleyVoiles are plain weave worsted fabrics made with hard twisted yarns.
Textiles | William H. DooleyThe majority of inexpensive cotton fabrics are constructed on the one up, one down system, or plain weave.
Textiles | William H. Dooley
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