FABRICS & MATERIAL SELECTION / BUYING ANSWER

Discussing surface pilling on pet fabrics.

What information should I send when asking about fabric pilling?

Bring the right
details to the table.

Read the answer.
Review the requirements.
Discuss your project.

THE BUYING ANSWER

Start with a clear definition.

Identify the fabric, intended use and appearance concern, with a reference image where useful. Ask which assessment would answer the question for that product. A soft feel or smooth new swatch does not establish how the surface will look after use.

The decision behind the detail.

Acceptable appearance depends on a defined reference and review method. Avoid comparing results from unrelated materials or different procedures as if they were interchangeable.

PREPARE ONLY WHAT IS RELEVANT

Three details to bring.

Material reference
Name the exact outer fabric or lining.
Appearance concern
Describe the surface change your team wants to assess.
Assessment scope
Record the agreed method and reporting requirement.

Check together

  • Confirm the assessed material matches the proposed order.
  • Keep initial appearance and reviewed appearance separately recorded.
  • Avoid publishing an unsupported anti-pilling claim.

READY TO DISCUSS THIS DETAIL?

Take it into your project.

Go straight to an enquiry, or add a note first. Every field here is optional.

Add a working note (optional)
Project requirements

Name the exact outer fabric or lining.

Describe the surface change your team wants to assess.

Record the agreed method and reporting requirement.

Points to discuss

Leave anything undecided blank. These notes do not approve a sample or order.

Discuss this worksheet

Preparing your local note…