Interlining:

Interlining is one kind of trimmings which is used between two layers of fabric in garment to
support, reinforce and control areas of garments and to remain actual shape. It may be applied on
base fabric by sewing or bounding the fronts of jackets and coats.
 The fabrics which are used as Interlining are made from cotton, nylon, polyester and
viscose rayon or mixing of these different fibers. Woven or knitted fabric or non-woven
fabrics are used for Interlining.
 Sometimes finishing is necessary to improve its properties i.e. shrink resist finish, crease
resist finish.

Objects of Interlining:

 Interlining which is used garment to support, reinforce and control areas of garments and
to retain actual drape of the component
 To make the particular component beautiful, strong and attractive.

Functions of Interlining:

 To support the garment.

 To control the shape of the garment.
 To control the area of the apparel.
 To reinforce the components of the garment.
 To make the apparel beautiful, strong and attractive.
 To ensure the anticipated look, quality and effect of the fabric.
 To improve garment performance.

Uses of Interlinings: 

Interlining is generally used in collar, cuffs, waist band, front facing of coat, outerwear plackets,
jackets, blazers etc. 

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Lining:

Lining are generally a functional part of a garment. They are available as warp knits but they
are predominately woven are made from polyester, polyamide, acetate, viscose for use
where a slippery material is required and from cotton & wool mixtures where decoration or
warm handle required.

 Lining material can be used for small parts- pockets & for complete garments, either
fully bagged out.
 It can be used in coat, jacket & raincoats, body & sleeve, for ladies items such as
blouse, frock etc.

Objectives:

1. To maintain the shape of garments.

2. To improve comfort.
3. To add insulation.

The differences between Lining and Interlining:

Lining Interlining

1. A common term used to cover inner surface 1. Interlining is an important trimming in

of garments, especially when inner face garments, which is used between two layers of
employs different materials from the outer fabric.
surface.

2. Generally smooth and lustrous fabrics made 2. Interlining fabric is made of cotton, nylon,
of silk or manufactured fiber or cotton is used polyester; viscose and wool are used in
in lining. interlining.

3. Lining is mostly applied in jacket and coats. 3. Interlining is generally used in cuffs, collar
and the front part of jacket and coats.

4. Lining is joined by sewing. 4. Interlining is joined by fusing and sewing.

5. This is used to feel comfort and to prevent 5. This is used to hold up, support, control area
wear on a side. of garments and to keep real shape.

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Types of Interlining:

Two types of Interlining

1. Sewn Interlining or Non fusible Interlining,

2. Fusible Interlining.

1. Sewn Interlining or Non fusible Interlining:

The Interlining which could be fixed with the garments components by sewing that is called
sewn Interlining. For the preparation of sewn Interlining, a piece of fabric is treated with starch
and allowed to dry and finally sewn with main fabric.

The interlining which is used between two layers of fabrics directly by sewing without heat and
pressure is called non-fusible interlining.

Advantages of Sewn Interlining:

 Simple and easy technique.

 No elaborate machine is required.

Disadvantages:

 Appearance is not same to all garments as it is made by sewing.

 More time required.
 It is a process with high work load and labor.
 Not suitable for large production.
 High work load & labor cost.

2. Fusible Interlining:

The Interlining which could be fixed with the garment components by applying heat and pressure
for certain time that is called Fusible Interlining.

For fusing recommended fusing temperature: 165-170 0C.

Fusing time: 2 to 20 sec.

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Pressure: Depends on fusing technique.

Advantages of Fusible Interlining:

 Appearance, shape and quality are same as other garments.

 Available in the market.
 Cheap.
 Less fusing time.
 Labor cost is low.
 Production is high.
 No need of special skilled operators.

Disadvantages of Fusible Interlining:

 High temperature is required.

 Special care is needed during attaching interlining.

Required properties of fusible interlining:

1. The fusing temperature needed must not be so high that it will be damage the outer fabric
or its color. The usual maximum temperature is 1750C, with 1500C most common.

2. The fusing temperature needed must not be so low that the bond between fabrics is break
off or open during washing and using, the lower limit is generally 1100C.

3. The resin must provide a bond which is suitable resistant to washing or dry cleaning.

4. It should not be hazard to health.

5. Its color should be white in common cases and transparent.

Difference between Fusible and Non-fusible Interlining: 

No Fusible interlining Non-fusible interlining

.

1. Labor cost is low. Labor cost is high.

2. Processing time is less. Processing time is more.

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3. Elaborate machine is required. No elaborate machine is required.

4. Available in market. Not available in market.

5. It is cheap. It is not cheap.

6. Suitable for large production. Not suitable for large production.

7. High temperature is required. Temperature is not required.

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