Differences Between Lining and Interlining in Clothing Construction
Noor Ahmed Raaz
Specialized in Apparel Manufacturing
Owner and Editor in Chief Textile Merchandising
Asst. Prof., Department of Textile Engineering
Atish Dipankar University of Science & Technology
Email: textilemerchandising1@gmail.com
Introduction:
Lining and interlining are the most common words in the garment manufacturing process, but sometime, these essential elements of garments are confusing. But the responsibility of these garment accessories is completely different. Generally lining is used to cover the inner surface of garments; on the other hand, interlining is used between two layers of fabric in garments. The main purposes of these elements are maintaining the shape and comfort of garments. Now, I would like to discuss lining, interlining and their differences.
Lining:
Lining is a piece of fabric that is used to cover the inner surface of garments. This fabric is especially used when the inner face employs different materials from the outer surface. Different kinds of linings are used in the garment manufacturing process such as jackets, coats, overcoats, trousers, etc. In the garment manufacturing process, lining fabrics are used as silk lining, printed lining, lightweight cotton, Stretch lining, Satin lining, etc.
Lining
Interlining:
Interlining is known as a supportive fabric in garments, which is used between two layers of fabric. This fabric attaches to garments through the sewing or heating process. The main purpose of these fabrics is to hold up, support, control the area of garments and to keep real shape. Generally, two types of interlining are used in garment processing,g which are fusible Interlining and nonfusible interlining.
Interlining
The differences between Lining and Interlining:
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Lining
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Interlining
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1. A common term used to cover inner surface of garments, especially when inner face employs different materials from the outer surface.
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1. Interlining is an important accessory in garments, which is used between two layers of fabric.
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2. Generally smooth and lustrous fabrics made of silk or manufactured fiber or cotton are used in lining.
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2. Interlining fabric is made of cotton, nylon, polyester; viscose and wool are used in interlining.
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3. Lining is mostly applied in jackets and coats.
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3. Interlining is generally used in cuffs, collar and the front part of jackets and coats.
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4. Lining can be lustrous wool alpaca fabric or silk filling.
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4. Interlining can be used with canvas flannel and non-woven fabric.
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5. Lining is joined by sewing.
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5. Interlining is joined by fusing and sewing.
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6. This is used to feel comfort and to prevent wear on a side.
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6. This is used to hold up, support, and control the area of garments and to keep real shape.
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