Home Textiles (Theory)

Paper Code: 
DFSD 501 A
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

This course will enable the students to -

  1. Provide an exposure and comprehensive knowledge to students of Home Furnishings
  2. Understand various types of home textiles materials and their uses.

 

Course Outcomes (COs):

Courses

Learning Outcome

(at course level)

 

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

Paper Code

Paper Title

DFSD 501A

 

Home Textiles

(Theory)

 

The Students will be able to:

CO.211 Acquire skill in designing and detailing of home textiles

CO.212 Gain knowledge for different methods textile evaluation.

CO.213 Categorize various finishes and practical learning skills.

CO.214 Recognize the importance's of eco-friendly textiles uses.

CO.215 Show the knowledge about evaluation of home textiles

216 Understand the concept of functional textile and geo textiles

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Discussion, Power Point Presentations, Informative videos

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, Effective questions, presentations, Field trips

Assessment tasks will include Class Test on the topics, Semester end examinations, /Quiz, Student presentations, and assignments

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Introduction to Home Textiles
  • Concept of Home Textile
  • Fibres and Fabrics used in Home Textiles
  • Element of Art, Colour and Principles of Design
  • Different Type of Home Textiles- Textile for Seating- Upholstery, Window Textiles, Bed Textiles, Wall Covering Textiles, Bathroom Textiles, Carpets & Rugs, Table Textile and Kitchen Furnishings

 

12.00
Unit II: 
Design and detailing of Home Textiles
  • Study of Stitches Techniques, Tools & Equipment, Fabrics, Style and sizes used in the following:
    • Curtains and Blinds
    • Bed Linen and Cushions
    • Table Linen
    • Seating Textiles- Upholstery
    • Carpets and Rugs

 

12.00
Unit III: 
Evaluation of Home Textiles
  • Flammability Test for
  • Towel
  • Mattress
  • Bed Clothing
  • Blankets
  • Upholstered Seating
  • Curtains
  • Test for Carpets- Rubber backed carpet skid resistance
  • Test for Rugs- Rug back staining on vinyl tile
  • Miscellaneous Test for Home Textiles-  Oil Repellency- Hydrocarbon Resistance Test, Soil Release- Oil Stain Release Method, Motif/Print durability, Phenolic Yellowing
12.00
Unit IV: 
Finishes used in Home Textiles

●        Thermal Draperies

●        Protection against unpleasant odour

●        Temperature regulated beddings

●        Endure Textile Finish

●        Antimicrobial Finish

●        Moisture Management Finish

●        Flame-retardant Finish

●        Water and Oil Repellant and Soil Release Finish

●        Towel Finishing

  • Moisture Cross-Linking of Bed Linen
12.00
Unit V: 
Eco-Friendly aspect in home Textiles
  • Introduction
  • Trademarks and labels used in eco-friendly Home Textiles
  • Different Eco-Friendly standards in Home Textiles
  • Importance of Eco-labelling

 

Essential Readings: 
  • Das, S. (2010). Performance of Home Textiles. Cambridge: Woodhead Publishing India Pvt. Ltd.
  • Fishburn, A. (1988). Soft Furnishings for the Bed Room. London: BT Batsford Ltd.
  • Parikh, A., Robertson, D., Lane, T., Hilliard, E. & Paine, M. (1998). The Ultimate Home Design Source Book. London: Conran Octopus Ltd.
  • Rutt, A.H. (1969). Home Furnishing. New Delhi: Wiley Easter Private Limited.

 

Academic Year: 
2021-22
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