Home Textiles (Theory)

Paper Code: 
25DFSD 501A
Credits: 
3
Contact Hours: 
45.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 
  1.  Incorporate comprehensive knowledge to students about Home Furnishings
  2. Develop various types of home textiles materials and their uses.
Course Outcomes: 

CO.106 Appraise skill in designing and detailing of home textiles.

CO.107 Categorize various techniques and practical learning skills.

CO.108 Incorporate knowledge for different methods textile evaluation

CO.109 Understand the concept and application of finishes in textile.

CO.110 Recognize the importance's of eco-friendly textiles uses

CO.111 Contribute effectively course-specific interaction

9.00
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 in relation to home textiles
  • 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
9.00
Unit II: 
Design and detailing of Home Textiles

●       Study of Stitches Techniques, Tools & Equipment, Fabrics, Style and sizes used in the following:

o   Curtains and Blinds

o   Bed Linen and Cushions

o   Table Linen

o   Seating Textiles- Upholstery

o   Carpets and Rugs

9.00
Unit III: 
Evaluation of Home Textiles

●       Flammability Test for

o    Towel

o    Mattress

o    Bed Clothing

o    Blankets

o    Upholstered Seating

o    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

9.00
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

9.00
Unit V: 
Eco-Friendly aspect in home Textiles
  • Introduction
  • Importance of Eco-labelling
  • Trademarks and labels used in eco-friendly Home Textiles
  • Different Eco-Friendly standards in Home Textiles
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.
References: 

Suggested Readings:

  • 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.

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Academic Year: 
2025-26
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