Cupro fabric, also called vegan silk, has many of the properties of silk and is completely vegan, as it is made from a by-product of cotton. This fabric, in particular, combines the qualities of a natural fibre, such as gentleness on the skin, with qualities such as shine and elasticity typical of artificial ones.
- WHAT TYPE OF FABRIC IS CUPRO: this all-weather fabric is a textile fibre derived from cotton flock.
- HOW TO WASH CUPRO: to best preserve this fabric, we recommend washing it by hand in cold water.
- HOW TO OBTAIN CUPRO: cupro is obtained by extracting the short, woolly filaments found around the cotton seed.
- CHARACTERISTICS OF CUPRO FABRIC: soft against the skin, breathable, lustrous, comfortable to wear and hard-wearing.
Cady Cupro Set Hand Peach Pink
18.00 €/mt
Cupro Setato Natural Lux
12.90 €/mt
Lyoncell Cupro
9.90 €/mt
CUPRO FABRICS
As we have already said, cupro is obtained from cotton linter, but then relies on a chemical production process. First of all, cellulose fibers are places in an ammonia and copper solution, which actually dissolves cellulose. The resulting paste hardens and then result in textile fibers. The main characteristics of cupro fabric are its softness and a high absorption capacity. During the last years, this fabric is much more used in dressmaking to realize elegant and luxurious garments. This material is mainly used for airy blouses, summer or evening dresses and even wide pants. If you love silky, smooth fabrics, cupro is the right one for you! We are proud to present your our carefully selected collection of premium cupro fabrics!
HOW CUPRO IS PRODUCED
Cupro is obtain from cotton linter, which is basically a pulp of cellulose that covers cotton seeds. This fabric originated in 1908 in Germany, when a German company realized the first fabric obtained from cotton wastes. This material was initially called Bemberg artificial silk. Its appearance was very similar to silk, because of its smooth and silky surface. From cotton linters during the production process cellulose is extracted and eliminated through a proper ammoniac solution. The resulting paste is them filtered to eliminate all the dirt and extruded through proper chains. The resulting thread is then processed and dried.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF CUPRO
Cupro fabric has many advantageous characteristics, first of all, it minimizes the annoying friction of skin that causes irritations.
HAND/TOUCH: soft to the touch;
SIGHT: bright;
Cupro fabric Advantages
- wear resistant;
- breathable;
- comfortable;
- good drape;
- biodegradable;
- good absorption;
Cupro is widely used to realize lining of tailor-made suits and other luxurious garments. It is also used fro the realization of fresh summer clothes, lingerie and even in tapestry to cover furnishing accessories.
How to wash cupro fabric?
We recommend to hand wash this material. If you want to wash it in the machine, you'll have to have particular care. On the other hand, cupro can be dry-cleaned without problems. You can bleach and iron it at not too high temperatures.
