Twill
Also known as: Twill weave
Basic weave with diagonal rib; one thread jumps over several opposing threads with offset binding points.
Description
Twill is the third basic weave alongside plain and satin. It creates a clearly visible diagonal line (wale) because binding points are offset by one thread in each row. A 2/1 twill means: warp thread lies over two picks and under one, offset by one thread in the next row.
Twill is described by rapport (e.g. 2/1, 3/1, 2/2) and slope (Z or S diagonal). Thread counts are typically 25-50 threads/cm. The weave is more abrasion-resistant and flexible than plain weave because threads can slide, and forms the basis of many apparel fabrics: denim (3/1 Z-twill), gabardine, chinos, uniforms, ticking.
Typical fibres are cotton, wool (worsted), viscose, polyester. The hand is somewhat softer than plain weave of the same weight because fewer binding points touch. Twill drapes well, resists creases and is dimensionally stable, so it is standard for trousers and robust outerwear. It is a woven fabric.
Properties
| Weave type | Twill (basic weave) |
|---|---|
| Thread density | 25-50 threads/cm |
| Handle | Soft, fluid, stable |
| Use | Trousers, chinos, denim, uniforms |
Related product categories
Sources & references
2- Wikipedia: Koeperbindung Wikipedia — Freie Enzyklopädie https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/K%C3%B6perbindung
- Textile Institute textileinstitute.org https://www.textileinstitute.org/
