Awning Fabric Supplier

SIKOR-TEX sunshade fabrics are trustworthy, with mildew, UV and water resistance, long-term durability and reliability. Not only can they protect us from heat and UV damage, but they also have countless application opportunities, such as awnings for homes, businesses, RVs, campers, and shade for pavilions and outdoor living areas.

1. Ordinary dyed Fabric

Ordinary dyed fabric is woven using a basket weave technique, typically from cotton or a cotton-polyester blend. The fabric is then dyed using standard dyeing methods, such as reactive dyeing for cotton or disperse dyeing for polyester blends. This type of fabric is characterized by its softness, breathability, and relatively low cost, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.

Other notable features include

• Durability: Moderate strength and resistance to wear and tear.
• Versatility: Available in various weights and finishes, such as water-resistant coatings.
• Cost-Effective: Economically priced due to simpler dyeing processes.
• Comfortable: Retains a soft texture, comfortable to the skin, and breathable.

Ordinary dyed fabric is versatile and commonly used in the following areas:

• Luggage: Ideal for lightweight and casual bags, backpacks, and duffle bags, where the fabric’s flexibility and moderate durability are sufficient.
• Furniture: Used as a material for indoor furniture upholstery, like cushion covers and light furniture, owing to its breathability and variety of colors.
• Clothing: Popular in making casual shirts, jackets, and trousers due to its soft texture and comfortable feel. It is particularly known for the classic Oxford button-down shirts.
• Footwear: Sometimes used in the production of shoes or shoe linings, where its breathability and flexibility offer comfort.
• Home Decor: Employed for items like tablecloths, curtains, and wall coverings, adding a casual yet stylish element to interiors.

2. Solution Dyed Fabric

Solution dyed fabric is a high-performance material that undergoes a unique dyeing process. Unlike traditional dyeing methods, liquid dyeing (or dope dyeing) involves adding color pigments directly to the polymer solution before the fibers are spun. This method results in a fabric with exceptional color consistency and durability.

Key features of liquid dyed polyester fabric include:

• High Sun Color Fastness: Superior resistance to fading from prolonged exposure to sunlight, making it ideal for outdoor use.
• Enhanced Durability: Greater resistance to abrasion, chemicals, and water, as polyester fibers are inherently stronger and more resilient.
• Environmental Benefits: Reduced water consumption and fewer dye chemicals compared to conventional dyeing processes, making it more sustainable.
• UV Protection: Can be treated with UV inhibitors, providing added protection against ultraviolet radiation.
• Water and Stain Resistance: Polyester’s inherent hydrophobic nature allows for additional treatments to enhance water and stain resistance.

Liquid dyed polyester fabric is particularly suited for outdoor applications where durability and color retention are paramount:

• Fabric For Awning: Perfect for use in awnings and canopies, offering excellent UV resistance, weather resistance, and long-lasting color despite constant sun exposure.
• Fabric For Outdoor Furniture: Used for outdoor cushions, covers, and upholstery that need to endure various weather conditions while maintaining their color and quality.
• Fabric For Boat Covers: Ideal for boat covers and marine applications where exposure to saltwater, wind, and UV light requires a fabric that will not degrade or fade easily.
• Fabric For Tents and Tarps: Often chosen for tents, tarps, and shelters due to its combination of strength, weather resistance, and lightweight properties.
• Fabric For Car Covers: Utilized for car and vehicle covers, where it protects the vehicle from UV rays, rain, dust, and debris while maintaining its appearance over time.