Broadcloth (dense shirting)
Also known as: Broadcloth, American poplin, High-density poplin
Very densely woven cotton fabric in plain weave — smooth, almost lustrous, the classic business shirting.
Description
Broadcloth is the American term for a very densely woven poplin in pure plain weave. It is characterised by an extremely high thread count (typically 100×80 to 140×80 threads/inch) with a finer warp than weft — producing a smooth, almost silky surface with a very fine horizontal rib.
Classic weights are 110–140 gsm. Broadcloth is used above all for high-end business shirts, often from 2/1 or 2/2 plied yarns ("two-ply"), which yield an especially stable, soft surface. Unlike Oxford (with basket structure) or twill (with diagonal ridge), broadcloth looks uniform and formal and works perfectly with a tie. Easy-care finishes ("non-iron") are frequently applied on top.
- Weave: pure plain weave (1/1)
- Thread count: 100×80 to 140×80/inch
- Often from double-plied yarns ("two-ply")
- Perfect for tailored business shirts and blouses
Properties
| Weave | Plain 1/1 |
|---|---|
| Thread count | 100–140/inch warp, 80/inch weft |
| Weight | 110–140 gsm |
| Application | Business shirts, classic blouses |
Related product categories
Sources & references
2- Wikipedia: Broadcloth Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broadcloth
- Wikipedia: Popeline Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Popeline
