Difference Between Non-Wovens and Wovens

Non-wovens Vs Wovens

1.

Non-Wovens : Fabrics are made directly from fibres

Wovens : Fibres are first made to yarns and then inter woven to form fabric

2.

Non-Wovens : Variations are made by different types of bonding

Wovens : Variations are made by using different types of yarns and weaving them by different weaves

3.

Non-Wovens : They are able to spring back into shape after bending or stretching.

Wovens : They are not as good as non-woven after bending or stretching

4.

Non-Wovens : They are good in absorbing shocks

Wovens : They are not good in absorbing shocks

5.

Non-Wovens : They are easy to shape

Wovens : They are not easy to shape

6.

Non-Wovens : They do not ravel

Wovens : They ravel from both warp and weft direction

7.

Non-Wovens : The edges need to be finished

Wovens : The edges need to be finished

8.

Non-Wovens : They are sound absorbent

Wovens : They are not sound absorbent

9.

Non-Wovens : They have good insulation properties which gives warmth

Wovens : They do not have insulation properties except in cases of worsteds

10.

Non-Wovens : They will not tear

Wovens : They will tear

11.

Non-Wovens : Their breaking load is low

Wovens : Their breaking load is high

12.

Non-Wovens : Holes cannot be mended very satisfactorily

Wovens : Holes can be mended

13.

Non-Wovens : There is little or no elastic recovery in felt fabrics

Wovens : They have fairly good elastic recovery

14.

Non-Wovens : Non-wovens should be washed and ironed carefully and should not be subjected to pulling or twisting

Wovens : Washing and ironing depends upon fibre, yarn and weave used for construction