We use different types of materials and are constantly researching new ones that appear on the market to make sure we provide the best experience for you, our customer.

Chart of materials

- The graph below shows all the materials we use in our production, arranged so that the lightest, summer ones are shown first, then medium thickness materials, for Spring and Autumn, and finally thicker materials suitable for winter.

*The information on this chart is presented for easier visual identification of a specific material and the clothing that accompanies that material, that is, the clothing that is sewn from these materials, arranged by season, from the warmest to the thickest materials.

97% of all our products are made of a minimum of 93% cotton where there is an addition of elastane or polyester in a minimum percentage that is mixed with cotton to achieve the stretch effect, always, except in the case of 100% cotton, where otherwise the material will not stretch.

How to choose clothes?

When choosing a wardrobe from your wardrobe this morning, your thoughts, during the choice, were probably moving with the day ahead. Let's say it's a typical summer Saturday, and you choose a simple t-shirt and jeans. But where did these clothes really come from?

Where do the clothes come from and what impact does this trip have on your environment or on the environment around the world? It is important to consider the style and use of clothing when choosing materials. The style of clothing affects the material, and the material is a significant part of the appearance of the clothing.

Two pieces of clothing made with the same patterns but different types of fabric can look completely different. The use of clothing is also an important factor that should be taken into account when choosing materials. If the clothes need to be warm, we choose a thicker and sharper material. Similarly, if the garment needs to be durable, we choose a fabric that is resistant. However, all clothing should be made to last as long as possible, so it is always wise to choose quality materials.

Cotton

History of cotton

Cotton is almost pure cellulose. Under natural conditions, cotton bolls increase seed dispersal. The fiber is usually spun into yarn or thread and used to produce soft, breathable textiles. The use of cotton for cloth is known in prehistoric times; pieces of cotton fiber were excavated in Mexico between 6000 BC and 5000 BC in the Indus Valley Civilization.

Although it has been cultivated since ancient times, one invention, the cotton wick, reduced the cost of production which led to its widespread use, and it is the most sought-after natural fiber fabric in clothing today.

Cotton today

Cotton is grown in subtropical countries such as Turkey, China, USA from genetically modified plants.

Cotton is a soft, fluffy fiber that grows in a stick or protective casing around the seeds of cotton plants of the genus Gossipium.

Most cotton in the United States, Europe, and Australia is harvested mechanically, either with a cotton harvester, a machine that removes the cotton from the bolls without damaging the cotton plant, or with a cotton picker, which breaks the entire stem of the plant to harvest the cotton.

Cotton is a perennial crop in tropical areas, but without defoliation or freezing, the plant will continue to grow uncontrollably.

The world's largest cotton producers:

Cotton production process

There are seven stages in the manufacturing process of cotton clothing. This includes the following: Cotton growing, picking, cleaning, cotton spinning, cotton fabric dyeing, garment construction and the final stage of which is the distribution of the garment from the warehouse to the shop window, then to the customer.

Farming

Shrinkage

The cotton ginning process is a generic term used to imply the complete process of efficiently converting cotton bolls into fibers.
When the cotton boxes are picked up, they are trucked directly to the ginning plant. This is where the cotton is fed into a ginning machine that separates the cotton fibers from the seed pods. This is done to effectively remove all dirt, stems and leaves.

Yarn

The cotton spinning process is a term used to describe the process in which the fibers are passed through a carding machine that separates the fibers to become yarn and is then finally ready for weaving or knitting. During this process, the cotton is thoroughly cleaned through a rigorous cleaning process. The fibers are then combed through a series of machines and finally spun to form a soft textured yarn. When the cotton is turned into knitted cotton fabric, it is then put on a truck to be taken to the dyeing factories.

Raw fabric

At this stage, the yarn is transformed into a large raw fabric that is treated with various chemicals and is prepared for the next stage, which is the dyeing of the material.

A roll of material

One of the biggest concerns regarding the production of organic clothing is the issue of waste water and toxic chemicals used in the dyeing process.

The conventional dyeing process is a very toxic process that requires a lot of water. During the dyeing phase, a lot of waste water is generated, which is instantly infected with toxic heavy metals and pollutants. Toxic chemicals used in paints have a harmful effect not only on the environment, but also on farmers, as well as on people living in the area.

However, only natural colors are used in organic certified factories. This means that the colors used in paints come from elements in nature. Natural dyes require soil to grow with ingredients such as indigo, onion skins and turmeric being the most popular options. Many of the reasons why natural dyes are used less compared to popular synthetic dyes is because natural dyes do not have the vibrancy of synthetic dyes. After the cotton is dyed, it is sent to the clothing factory.

Tailoring

Clothes

The final stage of clothing production takes place by sewing and joining previously cut parts. This step is the most important in the production process because it implies that all the previous steps, such as design, template making, material selection, size testing, quality control, have been done adequately in order to ensure the highest possible quality of the obtained product.

PROCUREMENT OF MATERIALS

When we have explained all the steps in the production and processing of cotton as well as the production of the final product, it is time to look at the resources we use when purchasing our materials. As a long-standing, proven company, one of the oldest in this industry, it has been our choice from the very beginning of business until today. Company: TÜRKHAN TEKSTİL

TÜRKHAN TEKSTİL - THE COMPANY FROM WHICH WE BUY MATERIALS

Turkhan Tekstil Turizm Nakliie Deri Insaat San. Ve Tic. Ltd. Sti. is a company based in Turkey, in Istanbul. It operates in the Broadwoven Fabric Mills industry. The company was founded on March 1, 1996.

Factory address:
No:10 A Telsiz Mahallesi Dursun Kilic Caddesi Zeytinburnu Istanbul; Marmara; Postal Code: 34020

STANDARD MATERIAL SPECIFICATION:

OEKO-TEX

OEKO-TEKS® Standard 100 is a product certificate that sets requirements for the content of chemical substances that are suspected of being harmful to our health. OEKO-TEKS® is the world's leading health label for textiles and is known under the brand "Trust in Textiles". The mark indicates that the product has been tested and approved based on the requirements of the international OEKO-TEKS® association. Almost 13,000 active certificates have now been issued to companies around the world.

Read more about OEKO-TEKS :

TURKISH

The Turkish Accreditation Agency (TURKAK) which is affiliated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey, with headquarters in Ankara, is subject to private law, has legal personality, is a non-profit organization, has administrative and financial autonomy and a special budget was established in 1999.

TURKAK with the objectives of accrediting conformity assessment bodies, ensuring that these bodies work in accordance with national and international standards and that certificates issued by conformity assessment bodies are nationally and internationally recognized, is the only national accreditation body recognized by the Turkish government.

ISO 9001

Textile production is also certified according to the ISO 9001 international standard. This is a certificate that enters and sets requirements for the entire management system and specifies requirements for the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continuous improvement of the organization's quality management (KMS).

Read more about ISO 9001 click here . Wikipedia .

Z conclusion

We have chosen the best materials for our products, which are of the highest quality in the clothing industry.
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