Repp and Cord Weave Constructions
topic
Repp weaves use alternating heavy and fine warp ends with plain weave interlacement where the fine ends bind the heavy ends alternately above and below the weft, creating the prominent rounded cords in the warp direction characteristic of repp fabric without using float weaves, with cord weaves using similar principles of alternating thread groupings to create longitudinal ridges that give upholstery cord fabric its characteristic parallel raised surface.
Role
Produces the corded surface of repp and ribbed upholstery fabrics through the differential binding of alternating coarse and fine threads rather than through float extension, maintaining the structural integrity of plain weave binding frequency while achieving the decorative raised cord effect, with repp weave being particularly important for traditional neckwear fabrics and furnishing fabrics where the cord prominence and wearing durability of repp construction are the primary design requirements.