Factors to Consider when Choosing Household Textiles (Junior Cert Home Economics): Revision Notes
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Factors to Consider when Choosing Household Textiles
Factors to Consider When Choosing Household Textiles
- Function
- Choose textiles that suit their purpose.
- Example: Towels should be absorbent.
- Cost
- Budget may affect the quality of textiles you can afford.
- Durability
- Hardwearing textiles are best for items used frequently, like carpets and sofas.
- Colour, Pattern, and Style
- Textiles should match the colour scheme of the room.
- Sustainability and Ecological Issues
- Choose eco-friendly and sustainable options to protect the environment.
- Ease of Care
- Washable and stain-resistant fabrics are ideal for busy homes.
- Fire Safety
- By law, certain textiles must be fire-resistant (e.g. upholstered furniture).
- Labels:
- Green Swing Label: Flame-retardant.
- Red Swing Label: Not flame-retardant but has a fire-resistant layer.
