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Care and Maintenance of Fabrics — Chapter Summary

CBSE · Class 11 · Home Science

Summary of Care and Maintenance of Fabrics for CBSE Class 11 Home Science. Part of the CBSE Class 11 Home Science syllabus.

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Overview

Care and maintenance of fabrics includes protecting fabric products from damage, removing stains and dirt, improving appearance after washing, and storing articles properly. The main aim is to keep fabrics clean, bright, smooth, crisp, and usable for a long time. Laundering brings together stain rem

Key Concepts

Mending means repairing cuts

Mending means repairing cuts, tears, holes, loose seams, hems, buttons, fasteners, ribbons, laces, and fancy attachments. It must be done before laund

Laundry includes stain removal

Laundry includes stain removal, preparation of fabrics for washing, removing dirt, finishing with blueing and starching, and pressing or ironing.

A stain is an unwanted mark

A stain is an unwanted mark or colouration on fabric caused by contact and absorption of foreign matter. It cannot be removed by normal washing and ne

Dirt is grease

Dirt is grease, grime, and dust jammed between the fabric structure. It may be loosely held or tightly held. Loose dirt can be brushed off or removed

Water penetrates fabric during steeping

Water penetrates fabric during steeping and helps remove non-greasy dirt. It cannot remove dirt insoluble in water and cannot keep dirt suspended, so

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the main aspects of care and maintenance of fabrics.
  • Recognize different types of stains and dirt.
  • Understand the role of water, soaps, detergents, and other reagents in cleaning.
  • Explain the methods of washing and finishing fabrics.
  • Describe blueing, optical brighteners, starching, drying, ironing, dry-cleaning, storage, and care labels.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Care and Maintenance of Fabrics for CBSE Class 11 Home Science?
Key topics in Care and Maintenance of Fabrics include Mending and Laundry, Stains and Dirt, Stain Removal Reagents, Cleaning Action and Washing Methods. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
How should I revise Care and Maintenance of Fabrics for Class 11 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 55 practice questions on Care and Maintenance of Fabrics. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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