How to Avoid Shade Bands in Your Velvet Bulk Order

When you are buying wholesale velvet fabric for your production it is important that color consistency be observed in the full lot. Color shifts in the fabric, commonly known as shade bands are another issue that may occur specially if velvet is ordered in bulk. To control these shade bands and have consistent production, it’s important to know why they occur and how you can address them. 

What Are Shade Bands in Velvet Bulk Orders And How to Avoid? 

Shade Imperfections Due to differences in Dye-Lots, Uneven penetration, variation in fiber content etc., velvet shade bands may occur in bulk-Colors. Visible color differences within the textile resulting from different dye lots or inconsistent penetration of a single batch of dye through the fibers caused by variations in conditions such as temperature, pressure and length of time that the cloth is treated. To avoid those shade bands when you are ordering large quantities of velvet, it is essential that you work with your fabric vendor to make sure all the fabric comes from the same dye lot. Moreover, carrying out extensive quality monitoring in the course of production can easily spot any possible shade bands and address them prior to the final formation of product. 

What Can Go Wrong with Shade Bands and How To Resolve the Issues in Bulk Orders for Velvet Fabrics

An example of a problem that may be encountered with bulk velvet orders is color differences between different fabric dye lots when it comes to shade bands. It can be especially difficult if you are sewing large manufacturing projects that go through a lot of fabric. The fabric supplier, must be everything being said about a good color Duplication is a well-definition of requirements and clear communication with the supplier. Moreover, if a strict quality control during production is followed, then any shade bands can be detected and adjusted before they become noticeable. You can pro-actively tackle these problems by working in partnership with your fabric supplier to make certain your bulk velvet orders are shade band free and of the highest quality. 

How to Ensure Color Consistency in Velvet Wholesale Orders

Request sample swatches: If you are going to purchase fabric from us in a large quality, we can provide sample swatches for free. Then you can see the real velvet fabric before ordering in bulk. 

Submit exact color information: Make sure to give as much detail about the color you need at the time of your order. To make the color match accurately, please give us some color reference such as PANON-codeor Photo. 

Order from the same dye lot: To prevent shade bands, order all of the fabric you need at once from the same dye lot. Dye lots are groups of fabric dyed together that are guaranteed to match within a lot. 

The Usual Troubles with Shade Bands in Velvet Orders

For instance, one of the most common causes for shade bands in velvet bulk orders is inconsistent dyeing. This happens when the same fabric is dyed in different lots, and maybe using slightly different methods or recipes. 

Dye fading: Color fading is yet another cause of shade strips. Uneven coloration may occur on velvet that has been exposed to sunlight or chemicals. 

Preventing Shade Differences and Maintaining Quality

Check fabric and color of velvet at delivery: Once you receive the bulk order from WANXIE, please check if there are any shade bands or colour mismatches for your requirements including surface defects. Should you find any mistakes, please call to WANXIE for correction. 

Properly store fabric: So, you can keep your velvet fabrics color consistent, it should be stored in a cool and dark location, shielded from light. This helps to prevent fading in the long run and keep the fabric's natural color intact. 

Applying these tips and techniques can help you avoid shade bands in your bulk orders of velvet from WANXIE, so that the end products you make are top quality. Don't forget to tell us when you pay for WANXIE Manufacturer about your order details. We will prepare your order after it being placed utility and delivered soon.