QUALITY SOFT GOODS. Manchester Supplier s Quality Assurance Guidelines April 2015 (New additions and Updates)

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1 QUALITY SOFT GOODS Manchester Supplier s Quality Assurance Guidelines April 2015 (New additions and Updates) Contents Process Guidelines a.) Sample Submission Procedure b.) Testing c.) Fabric and Printing d.) Labels and Packaging e.) Sizing f.) Manufacture and Construction. Manchester Care Label & Testing Matrix Label Positioning Guidelines Manchester Standards and Test methods TWL Needle Policy Document 1

2 Invoices Test Reports Submission Documents Sample Submission Procedure Criteria Submission Form 1st sample PP sample Shipping Sample Fabric approval Repeat Orders Colour and Design Documents s Documents s Standard All samples to be submitted to buyer with a Manchester Approval Request form (downloadable from website). All order numbers to be indicated on forms. List of all colourways/print options to be included. Specification details to be included where known. Please indicate order quantity and indicate which components are for approval. Please ensure all samples are clearly marked with swing ticket indicating factory, TWL order number and style reference. Allow 3-5 working days for QA sample approval. 1st samples to be submitted to buyer with a Manchester Approval Request form (downloadable from website). Sample must match specification for size and construction. Sample must be made in materials that are similar type as required by the specification. If there is an original sample it must be returned to the buyer with 1 st approval for comparison. Sample must be measured with results recorded on approval form/spec. PP samples to be submitted to buyer with a Manchester Approval Request form (downloadable from website). Sample must be in actual bulk materials with all accessories attached. Copy of TWL spec to be attached. All labels and tags to be attached or hard copies of approved layout enclosed. Test reports must be submitted if order quantity is over 2,500 units. S2S/Checkpoint invoices to be submitted for MAISON D OR brand. Sample must be measured with results recorded on approval form. Do not proceed to bulk without QA PP approval Shipping samples to be submitted to buyer/qa with a Manchester Approval Request form (downloadable from website). Samples must be taken randomly from bulk production. Copy of TWL spec to be attached. Sample must be measured with results recorded on approval form. Do not ship without QA approval. Send an A4 cutting of fabric/lining etc for weight check. For repeat orders (note factory must be the same as previous order) 1 st sample only can be omitted. QA does not comment on colour or design (please refer to buyer). QA will note any poor shade matching issues. Copies of all test results are to be submitted with PP sample Original copies sent with - Shipping Samples. All TWL order numbers to be listed on report Do not proceed to bulk without test report approval If ed copies of test reports are sent please ensure that QA ref is stated in the text. For MAISON D OR brand copies of S2S/Checkpoint invoices to be sent with PP samples. All TWL order numbers to be listed on invoices If ed copies of invoices are sent please ensure that QA ref is stated in the text. 2

3 Finishing Printing Dyeing Constr uction Requirements Testing Criteria Supplier Content Test Methods Standards Procedure Standard All Testing to be carried out by our independent appointed testing providers Intertek or SGS. All TWL order numbers must be listed. Fabric weight must not be stated as a range it must be the single value specified as per the specification. Clear description of fabric type with correct fibre content. The colour names must duplicate colour names on the order. Indicate if the test report is for a resubmission. Please refer to our Manchester Standards and Test Methods (pages 23-38) The performance standards are minimum requirements. All fabrics and materials are required to meet our standards regardless of meeting minimum order quantity for testing. Note that if the same materials are used for more than one item and the total quantity of the combined orders more than 2,500 units testing is required. I.e. if order is for single, double and king sheet sets each set is a unit and if units are over 2500 than testing is required. Copies of all test results are to be submitted with PP sample and original copies sent with Shipping Samples. Where one greige is used across more than one style, at least one fabric to be tested for physical and colour fastness must be done on all colours. Do not proceed to bulk without test report approval. Fabric and Printing Criteria Appearance Dye Penetration Colour Variation Colourfast Hazardous substances Appearance Dye Penetration Colour Variation Colourfast Hazardous substances Appearance Accessories, Trims, Appliqué and Embroidery Bindings Hazardous substances Standard No holes/missed stitches Selvedge must be straight Minimal Skew/Bow Minimal slub or woven defects Dye penetration must be even Strictly no colour variation between panels or between separate items in a set All dyestuffs to be colour fast and to meet TWL testing requirements. Use of dyestuffs containing hazardous materials are strictly prohibited Print Registration must be precise Dye penetration must be even Strictly no colour variation between panels or between separate items in a set All dyestuffs to be colour fast and to meet TWL testing requirements. Use of dyestuffs containing hazardous materials are strictly prohibited Strictly no soiling, staining, loose thread ends, pilling or surface fuzzing, pulled threads or snags. Embroidery must be neat and clean on the reverse side with all loose threads clipped All accessories, motifs and trims, must perform in accordance with relevant standard and care instruction. Finish bindings to a neat and flat appearance Ensure that binding seams will not crack or come apart Use of dyestuffs containing hazardous materials are strictly prohibited 3

4 Content Materials & Construction Compliance Labelling and Packaging Criteria Standards Claims Wording Country of Origin Materials Construction Laundering Positioning Attachment Care Label Enviro Wash Season/Code item code/barcode Brand/Product description Standard All labels must comply with: AS 2392 Labelling of clothing, Household textiles and furnishings AS/NZ 2450 Textiles Natural and man made fibres Generic names AS/NZS 2622 Textile products fibre content labelling AS 1957 Care labelling of clothing, household textiles, furniture, bedding, piece goods and yarn. AS/NZS 2914:2007 Textile Floor Covering Other Requirements: Suppliers must ensure that product meets the requirements of the following. Fair Trading Act (New Zealand). Consumer Guarantees Act (New Zealand). Commerce (Trade descriptions) Act 1905 (Australia). Trade Practices Act (Australia). When a claim is made supplier is required to substantiate this claim with test report/certificates as part of the QA process. Test Reports or Verification Certificates are required for approval regardless of order quantity. Examples include: antibacterial, warmth rating, weight, thread count, anti pilling, organic, Egyptian cotton. Must be written in English with minimum font size 2mm, To be accessible at point of sale. Wording on label and outer packaging to be consistent Dry Clean Symbols must be used. Country of Origin is to be stated on every component and on all packaging this is a legal / TWL requirement and goods will not be accepted without it. Labels may be woven or printed as specified in contract. Edges of labels must have soft smooth edges and must not fray Labels must be sewn squarely into the seam with all wording visible parallel to the hem with no skewing. All labels must be able to withstand the care label instruction provided and still remain intact, legible and permanently attached. To be as per our Label Positioning Guidelines (page 22) or as stated in contract. All swing tags, hangtags, header cards etc must be attached securely to the article and as per the contract. To be as per our Manchester Care Label & Testing Matrix (page 7-21) unless agreed otherwise by QA. Care labels to be attached to each component of a set and must also appear on packaging. Where appropriate TWL Enviro Wash message to be included on label and packaging, positioned below the care instruction, separated by a blank line. To be as per contract. Barcodes must be scannable and positioned to be accessible for a hand held scanner. Barcodes must not cover any wording on the packaging. To be as per contract. 4

5 Sizing Criteria Requirements Method of Measurement Standard All measurements and dimensions are for finished products All items must measure to or above their designated dimensions stated on the contract and specification Standard sizes are minimum Tolerances for measurements: Woven Fabrics: + 2%, Knitted Fabrics: + 4% For Filled goods measure over the top of the filled product from edge to edge. For non filled goods measure from edge to edge laid flat in a relaxed state. Do not include trims (i.e. frills) in measurements. 5

6 Trims Accessories Filling Stitching/Seams/Hems Manufacture and Construction Criteria Stitching Thread Seams Standard No slipped stitches or skipped stitches allowed No needle damage please refer to our Needle Policy/Metal Contamination Guidelines (page 39-40) Back stitching must be aligned with original stitching and secured at ends. All seams to stretch to maximum fabric stretch without thread breaking. All threads to be dyed to match unless otherwise stated by buyer. All threads to be colourfast. All seams must be balanced, correctly tensioned, without puckering/twisting. All raw edges to be completely concealed. Loose threads must be trimmed as close as possible to stitching. Needle damage is unacceptable. Thread tension must be correctly adjusted to give a neat and balanced stitch. Stitch Density Seams must have a consistent stitch density of between 8-10 stitches per 2.5cm, except where stated otherwise. Bead Filled Cushions All bead filled cushions to have minimum stitch density 12 stitches per 2.5cm (safety stitch). Selvedge Hems Valance Hems Headers on Bed linen Frills Must be straight and minimum of 5mm wide. Hems must be folded double and be a minimum of 10mm wide with a 5mm fold. Hems must sit flat and smooth with no puckering or twisting. Minimum 7mm wide. Headers for bed linen must have 14cm fully turned flap. Minimum 150% gathering is required. All gathering to be evenly distributed. Raw edges must be hemmed/overedge stitched. Fill Appearance Fill to be clean, free from lumps and fill out the corners of the insert or cushion. Bead Filled Cushions Must have an inner and outer cover to ensure all beads totally enclosed. Stitch density minimum 12 stitches per 2.5cm (safety stitch). Weight Must be as per spec/contract. Tolerance maximum +/- 5% Buttons Buttonholes Zipper Snap Fasteners Tassels and Fringes Embroidery/Appliqué Bindings Hazardous substances All buttons to be 4 hole and machine lock stitch attached No sharp edges and corrosion resistant. To be colourfast and compatible with care instruction. Must be properly finished and cleanly cut with no loose fabric threads in centre of button All zippers must meet the current AS2332 standards for mechanical tests. No sharp edges and corrosion resistant. Must travel feely and must not jam. If paint coated must withstand nominated care instruction Must be securely attached and withstand appropriate force No sharp edges and corrosion resistant. No of fasteners as per spec/contract To be securely attached and withstand appropriate force. To be of even length and evenly positioned along edge. Threads to be trimmed and thread ends to be secured. All threads to be colourfast. Stitch tension to be correct no puckering. Backing material to be completely removed. Finish bindings to a neat and flat appearance. Ensure that binding seams will not crack or come apart. Use of dyestuffs containing hazardous materials is strictly prohibited. 6

7 Manchester Care Label & Testing Matrix April 2015 Please note that not all products are covered in this matrix and if in doubt about any care label detail or testing requirement contact your QA technician for clarification. CARE INSTRUCTIONS Note that the matrix lists the care instruction only and you must comply with all label requirements i.e. fibre content, Country of Origin etc. Please refer to our Label and Packaging guidelines on page 4 for full details. Note these are guidelines and not all product variations can be covered please ensure that all instructions are correct and workable. TESTING REQUIREMENTS Note that you are required to meet all our standards as listed in our Manchester Standards and Test methods. THE FABRIC MUST COMPLY WITH THE WAREHOUSE REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF MEETING MINIMUM ORDER QUANTITY FOR TESTING. For all orders where the total order quantity is equal to or over 2,500 units, you are required to test products as stated in this guide. Note that if the same fabric is used for more than one unit/style and the total quantity of the combined orders is equal to or over 2,500 units, testing is required. For example if there are two orders in a production run for 1,800 units (can be a combination of duvet covers, pillow cases etc.) then the total units are 3,600 and testing is required. We reserve the right to request additional testing where we believe a standard may not be met. Not all standards are required to be tested see our matrix for the standard tests required and refer to spec. Please note testing requirements have been revised October Where one fabric greige is used across multiple colourways or styles at least one fabric is to be tested for physical requirements and fastness to be done on all colours. If the order covers 5 or more colours/designs please refer to QA tech for guidance on the number of colours to be tested (we will ask for a representative % of order). For licensed products refer QA for guidance on number of colour to be tested. All advertised claims (for example thread count, anti - bacterial, block out etc.), must be proven with original copies of test reports. Any non- advertised claims (i.e. thread count as per spec) need to be guaranteed by supplier. Copies of test reports to be submitted with PP sample All TWL order numbers to be listed. Please send all original copies with shipping samples (this is required for auditing). Do not proceed to bulk production without QA test report Approval. 7

8 Bath Mats Towels Cotton plain dyed or Jacquard Printed Cotton/ Embroidered Cotton Cotton with Polyester blend HMTW1 BEFORE FIRST USE DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER WARM IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE SHEDDING MAY OCCUR DURING INITIAL WASH HMTW2 BEFORE FIRST USE DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER WARM IRON IF REQUIRED SHEDDING MAY OCCUR DURING INITIAL WASH HMTW3 BEFORE FIRST USE DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER WARM IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE SHEDDING MAY OCCUR DURING INITIAL WASH Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY ABSORBENCY PILE LOSS Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments BEACH TOWELS PLEASE ADD: COLOUR FASTNESS SEA WATER COLOUR FASTNESS CHLORINATED POOL Cotton or Cotton/polyester blend without backing Cotton or Cotton/polyester blend with backing Synthetic or rubber sheets HMBM1 BEFORE FIRST USE DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER WARM IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE SHEDDING MAY OCCUR DURING INITIAL WASH HMBM2 BEFORE FIRST USE DO NOT USE FABRIC SOFTENER AVOID WET COATED SIDES TOUCHING EACH OTHER SHEDDING MAY OCCUR DURING INITIAL WASH HMBM3 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY TUFT WIDHDRAWAL -TUFTED MATS ONLY SLIP RESISTANCE PRODUCTS WITH BACKING OR COATING ONLY Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments HMBM3 TEST LIGHT FASTNESS ONLY 8

9 Napkins/Table Cloths Tea Towels Cotton plain or printed HMKT1 BEFORE FIRST USE RESHAPE WHILST DAMP WARM IRON IF REQUIRED Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments TEAR STRENGTH MAY BE REQUIRED FOR LIGHTER WEIGHT (LESS THAN 75GMS) PRODUCTS THREADS PER UNIT LENGTH REQUIRED IF STATED ON PACKAGING WAFFLE FABRIC STANDARD FOR DIMENSIONAL STABILITY WILL BE REVIEWED BASED ON QUALITY OF SAMPLE Cotton plain or All over printed Cotton with Placement Print Cotton with Embroidery HMKT7 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED HMKT8 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED PRINT Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMKT9 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON IF ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED DECORATION Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT (dark colours only) Comments TEAR STRENGTH MAY BE REQUIRED FOR LIGHTER WEIGHT (LESS THAN 75GMS) PRODUCTS. REFER QA TECH. 9

10 Aprons Cotton plain or All over printed Cotton with Placement Print PVC HMKT2 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED HMKT3 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED PRINT Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMKT4 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING Cotton/Polyester plain or All over Printed? Cotton/Polyester Placement Print HMKT5 BEFORE FIRST USE COOL IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED HMKT6 BEFORE FIRST USE COOL IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED PRINT Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments TEAR STRENGTH MAY BE REQUIRED FOR LIGHTER WEIGHT (LESS THAN 75GMS) PRODUCTS HMKT4 TEST LIGHT FASTNESS ONLY 10

11 Bedding - Sheets/Pillow Cases/Duvet Covers Solid cotton or polyester/cotton HMSH1 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE Printed cotton or polyester/cotton flannelette Printed cotton or polyester/cotton HMSH2 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Polyester satin or microfibre Plain dyed cotton or polyester/cotton flannelette HMSH3 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE Cotton Decorated with embroidery or ornamental pieces HMSH4 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED HMSH5 BEFORE FIRST USE COOL IRON IF DESIRED DRYCLEANABLE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMSH6 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED DECORATION Jacquard Cotton or Polyester/cotton HMSH7 BEFORE FIRST USE WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING Custom: Polyester highly decorated or very delicate fabric HMSH8 BEFORE FIRST USE TURN INSIDE OUT GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD COOL IRON IF DESIRED DECORATION Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Cotton or Poly/Cotton Waffle HMSH9 BEFORE FIRST USE RESHAPE WHILST DAMP COOL IRON ON REVERSE IF DESIRED DRYCLEANABLE Comments TEAR STRENGTH MAY BE REQUIRED FOR LIGHTER WEIGHT (LESS THAN 75GMS) PRODUCTS THREADS PER UNIT LENGTH REQUIRED IF STATED ON PACKAGING 11

12 Duvet Inners/ Pillows/ Comforter Cotton or Polyester/cotton cover with Polyester filling Cotton or Polyester/cotton cover with Wool filling Non Washable Cotton or Polyester/cotton cover with Wool filling - Washable HMDI1 DRY THOUROUGHLY BEFORE Cotton or Polyester/cotton cover with Cotton filling HMDI4 WASH SEPERATELY COOL IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE HMDI2 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY CLEAN ONLY DRY THOUROUGHLY BEFORE Non woven cover with polyester filling - Washable HMDI5 DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMDI3 WARM HAND WASH OR GENTLE MACHINE WASH ON WOOL CYCLE USE APPROVED WOOL DETERGENT DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Non woven cover with polyester filling non Washable HMDI6 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY CLEAN ONLY DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Cotton or polyester/cotton cover with feather/down filling HMDI7 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY CLEAN ONLY DRY THOUROUGHLY BEFORE Testing Requirements Cotton cover with silk inner HMDI8 AIR REGULARLY DRY CLEAN ONLY Bamboo/Cotton HMDI9 DRY THOUROUGHLY BEFORE Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY OR DRY CLEANING PILLING FIBRE PERCOLATION 12

13 Mattress/Pillow Protectors/ Underlay Cotton or polyester/cotton cover with Polyester filling Cotton or polyester/cotton cover with Wool filling Cotton or polyester/cotton cover with Cotton filling HMMP1 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Non woven cover with polyester filling HMMP4 DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE HMMP2 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY CLEAN ONLY DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Wool or Wool blend Pile - Washable HMMP5 GENTLE HAND OR MACHINE WASH ON WOOL CYCLE USE APPROVED WOOL DETERGENT DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMMP3 WASH SEPERATELY COOL IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Wool or Wool Blend Pile Non Washable HMMP6 AIR REGULARLY DRY CLEAN ONLY Acrylic or Polyester Pile Magnetic Coated Terry Top HMMP7 WASH SEPERATELY DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING HMMP8 DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMMP9 WE RECOMMEND THAT PRODUCT IS AIRED FOR 24 HOURS BEFORE USE COATED SIDES NOT TOUCHING DO NOT DRYCLEAN Comments ANTI BACTERIAL FINISH MUST BE PROVEN IF STATED ON PACKAGING HMMP2 & HMMP6 DIMENSIONAL STABILITY NOT REQUIRED 13

14 Blankets & Throws Plain Acrylic or Polyester, pile, fur, mink or chenille Printed Acrylic or Polyester, pile, fur, mink or chenille Cotton or Cotton/Polyester Plain Dyed HMBK1 DRYCLEANABLE SOME PILE LOSS MAY OCCUR NOT INTENDED FOR REPEATED WASHING HMBK2 SOME PILE LOSS MAY OCCUR Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at HMBK3 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE Plain Polyester polar fleece Printed Polyester polar fleece Plain Viscose HMBK4 DRYCLEANABLE HMBK5 HMBK6 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Printed Viscose Wool or Wool Blends Wool or Wool Blends (not washable) HMBK7 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED HMBK8 GENTLE HAND OR MACHINE WASH ON WOOL CYCLE USE APPROVED WOOL DETERGENT DRYCLEANABLE DRY THOUROUGHLY BEFORE HMBK9 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY CLEAN ONLY DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments PILE LOSS MAY BE REQUIRED FOR FUR HMBK9 DIMENSIONAL STABILITY NOT REQUIRED 14

15 Ironing Board Covers Picnic Rugs Polyester with PVC Reverse Acrylic with PVC Reverse Straw with polyester Trim HMBK10 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DO NOT DRYCLEAN DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE HMBK11 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE HMBK12 AIR REGULARLY SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DO NOT DRYCLEAN DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE THIS PRODUCT IS MADE FROM NATURAL FIBRES SLIGHT IMPERFECTIONS ARE CHARACTERISTIC OF THE DESIGN Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical PILLING Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments BEACH RUG LIGHT FASTNESS REQUIREMENT 4-5 Cover without Coating Cover with Coating Cover with Foam pad or Felt HMMS1 WARM HAND WASH IF REQUIRED RESHAPE WHILST DAMP WARM IRON IF REQUIRED FIT TO BOARD WHILE DAMP ALLOW TO DRY BEFORE USE HMMS2 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING FIT TO BOARD WHILE DAMP ALLOW TO DRY BEFORE USE HMMS3 Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT COLOUR FASTNESS TO HOT PRESS Comments HMMS2 & HMMS3 FASTNESS TO LIGHT, RUBBING AND HOT PRESS ONLY 15

16 Cushion Covers Solid or jacquard cotton or poly/cotton blend HMCS1 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE DRYCLEANABLE Printed cotton or poly/cotton blend HMCS2 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Non Washable Inners HMCS3 SPOT CLEAN WITH WARM WATER IF REQUIRED DRY CLEAN ONLY Solid or jacquard synthetic/polar fleece HMCS4 COOL IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE DRYCLEANABLE Printed polyester/polar fleece HMCS5 COOL IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at Imitation Leather or plastic coated HMCS6 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING Acrylic, Polyester or Blended Fur, Chenille HMCS7 DRYCLEANABLE SOME PILE LOSS MAY OCCUR NOT INTENDED FOR REPEATED WASHING Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING Flock Printed Non Washable HMCS8 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING Due to the nature of the printing process some colour transfer may occur. Please avoid contact with light coloured materials and upholstery. Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Non Removable Covers HMCS9 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING Comments TEAR STRENGTH MAY BE REQUIRED FOR LIGHTER WEIGHT (LESS THAN 75GMS) PRODUCTS TUFT WIDHDRAWAL MAY BE REQUIRED FOR FUR/FLEECE ETC 16

17 Outdoor Cushion Solid cotton or poly/cotton blend Printed cotton or poly/cotton blend Solid or Printed acrylic HMCS10 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE DRYCLEANABLE HMCS11 WARM IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE HMCS12 COOL IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE Save energy, Love our Planet, wash at To ensure the longevity of your product it is recommended that the cushions are not left permanently exposed to the elements To ensure the longevity of your product it is recommended that the cushions are not left permanently exposed to the elements To ensure the longevity of your product it is recommended that the cushions are not left permanently exposed to the elements. Solid or Printed cotton, poly/cotton blend, polyester, acrylic with finishes Imitation Leather or plastic coated Non Removable Covers HMCS13 GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD COOL IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE DO NOT DRYCLEAN NOT INTENDED FOR REPEATED WASHING. HMCS14 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING HMCS15 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING To ensure the longevity of your product it is recommended that the cushions are not left permanently exposed to the elements To ensure the longevity of your product it is recommended that the cushions are not left permanently exposed to the elements To ensure the longevity of your product it is recommended that the cushions are not left permanently exposed to the elements Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY PILLING Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Finishes UV Fade Resistance Water repellent Mould & Mildew Resistant 17

18 Curtains Solid or jacquard without backing cotton or polyester/cotton blend Printed without backing cotton or polyester/cotton blend Synthetic without lining HMCU1 PLEASE OPEN IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. HMCU2 PLEASE OPEN IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA HMCU3 PLEASE OPEN IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA WE RECOMMEND THAT PRODUCT IS AIRED FOR HOURS BEFORE BEING IRONED AND HUNG. REMOVE HOOKS, RINGS AND TRIMS BEFORE CLEANING. EITHER GENTLY VACUUM WITH APPROPRIATE ATTACHMENT OR DO NOT USE PEGS OR FOLD OVER CLOTHESLINE WARM IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE DRYCLEANABLE WE RECOMMEND THAT PRODUCT IS AIRED FOR HOURS BEFORE BEING IRONED AND HUNG. REMOVE HOOKS, RINGS AND TRIMS BEFORE CLEANING. EITHER GENTLY VACUUM WITH APPROPRIATE ATTACHMENT OR DO NOT USE PEGS OR FOLD OVER CLOTHESLINE WARM IRON IF REQUIRED ON REVERSE SIDE DO NOT DRYCLEAN WE RECOMMEND THAT PRODUCT IS AIRED FOR HOURS BEFORE BEING IRONED AND HUNG. REMOVE HOOKS, RINGS AND TRIMS BEFORE CLEANING GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD DO NOT USE PEGS OR FOLD OVER CLOTHESLINE COOL IRON IF REQUIRED DRYCLEANABLE Solid/Printed or jacquard with lining Solid/Printed or jacquard with backing Sheer Curtains Polyester or Nylon HMCU4 PLEASE OPEN IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA HMCU5 PLEASE OPEN IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA HMCU6 PLEASE OPEN IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA WE RECOMMEND THAT PRODUCT IS AIRED FOR HOURS BEFORE BEING IRONED AND HUNG. REMOVE HOOKS, RINGS AND TRIMS BEFORE CLEANING. EITHER GENTLY VACUUM WITH APPROPRIATE ATTACHMENT OR GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD DO NOT USE PEGS OR FOLD OVER CLOTHESLINE WARM IRON ON REVERSE WE RECOMMEND THAT PRODUCT IS AIRED FOR HOURS BEFORE BEING IRONED AND HUNG. REMOVE HOOKS, RINGS AND TRIMS BEFORE CLEANING. EITHER GENTLY VACUUM WITH APPROPRIATE ATTACHMENT OR GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD COATED SIDES NOT TOUCHING DO NOT USE PEGS OR FOLD OVER CLOTHESLINE COOL IRON ON FACE ONLY REMOVE HOOKS, RINGS AND TRIMS BEFORE CLEANING. DO NOT USE PEGS OR FOLD OVER CLOTHESLINE COOL IRON IF REQUIRED ALL CURTAINS : POSSIBLE SHRINKAGE 3% Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY FORMALDEHYDE Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments HMCU6 - PHENOLIC YELLOWING & STABILITY TO DRY CLEANING TENSILE STRENGTH - MAY BE REQUESTED FOR LIGHTER WEIGHT FABRICS 18

19 Place mats/table Runners Shower Curtains PVC or plastic film sheet Polyester Printed or weighted HMBT1 SPONGE SURFACE CLEAN WITH WARM SOAPY WATER DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING PRODUCTS DO NOT BLEACH DO NOT WRING HMBT2 GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD MAY BE TUMBLE DRIED COOL HMBT3 GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical TENSILE STRENGTH PILLING (NOT PVC) WATER REPELLENCY Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS WATER Comments PVC or plastic Bamboo Placemats& Coasters HMKT10 WIPE CLEAN WITH DAMP CLOTH ONLY DO NOT DRYCLEAN DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE DO NOT PLACE EXTREMELY HOT ITEMS ON PRODUCT HMKT11 WIPE CLEAN WITH DAMP CLOTH ONLY DO NOT DRYCLEAN DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE DO NOT PLACE EXTREMELY HOT ITEMS ON PRODUCT HMKT12 WIPE CLEAN WITH DAMP CLOTH ONLY DRY THOROUGHLY BEFORE DO NOT PLACE EXTREMELY HOT ITEMS ON PRODUCT THIS PRODUCT IS MADE FROM NATURAL FIBRES SLIGHT IMPERFECTIONS ARE CHARACTERISTIC OF THE DESIGN Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING (PRINTED PRODUCTS ONLY) COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments ADDITIONAL TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED FOR TRIMS 19

20 Rugs/ Mats Rugs with woven pile and glued on woven backing Hand tufted cotton, wool or blends with glued woven backing Woven Printed rugs cotton, wool or blends HMRU1 VACUUM OR SHAKE AS NECESSARY. REMOVE GREASE OR STAINS IMMEDIATELY WITH MILD DETERGENT. AVOID TOO MUCH MOISTURE OR WETTING AS THIS MAY DULL THE COLOUR. DRY THE RUG ON FLAT SURFACE. FOR HEAVY DUTY CLEANING WE RECOMMEND PROFESSIONAL CLEANERS. KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE HMRU2 VACUUM OR SHAKE AS NECESSARY. REMOVE GREASE OR STAINS IMMEDIATELY WITH MILD DETERGENT. AVOID TOO MUCH MOISTURE OR WETTING AS THIS MAY DULL THE COLOUR. DRY THE RUG ON FLAT SURFACE. FOR HEAVY DUTY CLEANING WE RECOMMEND PROFESSIONAL CLEANERS. KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE HMRU3 VACUUM OR SHAKE AS NECESSARY. SPOT CLEAN WITH DAMP CLOTH. HANG TO DRY. DO NOT BLEACH... DO NOT DRYCLEAN IF USING THIS RUG ON POLISHED FLOOR BOARD OR ON SLIPPERY SURFACE USE A NON SLIP LINER TO AVOID POSSIBLE SLIPPINGS OR FALLS. Woven Printed rugs cotton, wool or blends with synthetic backing Jute or Jute blends HMRU4 VACUUM OR SHAKE AS NECESSARY. SPOT CLEAN WITH DAMP CLOTH. HANG TO DRY. DO NOT BLEACH... DO NOT DRYCLEAN KEEP AWAY FROM FIRE HMCU5 VACUUM OR SHAKE AS NECESSARY. DO NOT BLEACH... DO NOT DRYCLEAN IF USING THIS RUG ON POLISHED FLOOR BOARD OR ON SLIPPERY SURFACE USE A NON SLIP LINER TO AVOID POSSIBLE SLIPPINGS OR FALLS. ALL RUGS : SIZE MUST BE SHOWN FOR ALL RUGS Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical BOND STRENGTH BETWEEN BACKING AND COMPONENT SLIP RESISTANCE STAIN RESISTANCE FADE RESISTANCE Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT Comments COLOUR FASTNESS TO SHAMPOO APPLICABLE IF MENTIONED ON CARE. REFER QA TECH DETERMINATION TO TUFT WITHDRAWAL (INHOUSE TESTING) 20

21 Custom phrases Custom phrases Oven Glove or Pot Holders Cotton with polyester fill - plain Cotton with polyester fill placement printed HMKT13 BEFORE FIRST USE GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED HMKT14 BEFORE FIRST USE GENTLE MACHINE WASH COLD WARM IRON ON REVERSE IF REQUIRED PRINT Testing Requirements Standard Testing Physical DIMENSIONAL STABILITY TENSILE STRENGTH PILLING Standard Testing Fastness COLOUR FASTNESS WASHING COLOUR FASTNESS RUBBING COLOUR FASTNESS LIGHT COLOUR FASTNESS TO HOT PRESS Comments ADDITIONAL TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED FOR TRIMS Fancy Yards Embroidery/Sequins etc Long Pile Please note this is made from textured yarns and slight imperfections are characteristic of the design. Avoid contact with rough surfaces or sharp edges since this may result in damage Please note this is highly decorated and slight imperfections are characteristic of the design. Avoid contact with rough surfaces or sharp edges since this may result in damage Please avoid direct contact with light coloured materials. Tufted Products Fluorescent Colours Dark Colours Shedding may occur during initial wash Fluoro colour may fade after repeated wash and exposure to sunlight. Colour may rub on to light surface. There might be slight imperfection of print due to nature of product. 21

22 Label Positioning Guidelines Note all labels to be positioned as per our guidelines unless agreed otherwise by QA 22

23 Manchester Standards and Test Methods April

24 Index Page Title Specification Number Blankets, Beddings, Sheetings, Pillow Cases, Throws TWL-HW Quilts, Mattress protectors, Doonahs, Duvets, Underlay TWL-HW Cushions, Pillows TWL-HW Towel TWL-HW Textile Curtains and Blinds TWL-HW Table Cloths and Napkins TWL-HW Soft Kitchen Textile Accessories TWL-HW Bathmats and Picnic Rugs TWL-HW Wadding TWL-HW Rugs TWL-HW Outdoor Cushions TWL-HW

25 Blanket, Beddings, Sheetings, Pillow Cases, Throws Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to perspiration to light to saliva (2) to artificial urine (2) Stability Tests AS AS E01 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross Staining: 4-5 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross Staining: 4-5 Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-001 Sample Size(cm) AS Dry: 4 Wet: *25 AS E04 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross Staining: 4-5 AS B LMBG *40 IHTM *40 Dimensional Stability (1 wash) AS Flat wovens:+/-3.5% Brushed wovens: +/-5% Knits : -6%/+4% Appearance after 1 wash (4) AS assessment Satisfactory Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) Smoothness Appearance (3) AS assessment BS EN ISO (woven only) Satisfactory *100 Physical and Performance Tests Tensile Strength AS (Grab Method) 180N (wovens) 50*50 Bursting Strength AS kPa (knits) 50*50 Tear Strength AS N (wovens) 50*50 Resistance to Pilling (5) Resistance to Pilling (6) Threads per unit length BS EN ISO (1000revs) IWS TM196 (after washing) (1,000 revolution) ISO 7211/2 flat fabrics: 3-4 brushed: 3 Flat Fabrics 3 Flannelette 2 Must give 10 square cm result (+/-5% Against Declared) No exception for flannelette 50*50 38*38 50*50 Fabric Weight AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 25

26 Chemical Test Fibre analysis AS Formaldehyde (3) Feather And Down BS EN ISO Part 1 Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% Against Declared 20 ppm products for children under 24 months 75 ppm products in direct skin contact 300 ppm decorative materials or products without direct skin contact /contain full pattern 30*30 Feather And Down Composition AS According To AS g Net Weight EN Need final product Oxygen Index Number AS Max. 200 g Turbidity AS mm Min. 200 g Fibre Percolation EN ~5 Good 6~15 Acceptable Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Only conducted on children's items. 3. Conducted on items with easy care, non-iron or wrinkle free finish. 4. Conducted on printed, embroidered or with decorative appliques items. 5. Conducted on Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Acrylic and their blends. 6. Conducted on Cotton and Cotton blends. Fabric: 1m*full width Filling: Total need 200g 26

27 Quilts, Mattress Protector, Doonahs, Duvets, Underlay Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) Stability tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) AS AS E01 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross Staining: 4-5 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross Staining: 4-5 Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-002 Sample size(cm) AS Dry: 4 Wet: *25 AS /-4% Differential Shrinkage Between Combination Fabrics: 1.5%) Appearance after AS wash assessment Satisfactory Shrinkage + Appearance AS Package assessment Satisfactory (After 1 wash) Physical and Performance Tests Tensile Strength AS (2) (Grab Method) 180 N (woven) 50*50 Tear Strength (2) AS N (woven) 50*50 BS EN ISO Resistance to Flat Fabrics: Pilling (2) (3) Brushed: 3 (1000 revs) 50*50 Hydrostatic Pressure (4) Threads per unit length (2) Weight per unit length Chemical Test AS ISO 7211/2 Fibre analysis AS Feather And Down Feather And Down Composition 10 kpa equals 100Mbar or 1,020mm Must give 10 square cm result (+/-5% Against Declared) 100*100 50*50 AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% Against Declared /contain full pattern AS According To AS g Net Weight EN Need final product Oxygen Index Number AS Max. 200 g Turbidity AS mm Min. 200 g Fibre Percolation EN ~5 Good 6~15 Acceptable Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Conducted on main fabric and lining. 3. Conducted on Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Acrylic and their blends. 4. Conduct on Mattress protector that is water resistant. Fabric: 1m*full width Filling: Total need 200g 27

28 Cushions, Pillows Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to perspiration to light to dry cleaning (3) Stability Tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) Appearance after 1 wash Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) Dimensional stability to drycleaning (3) AS AS E01 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross staining: 4-5 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross staining: 4-5 Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-003 Sample size(cm) AS Dry: 4 Wet: *25 AS E04 Change: 4 Staining: 4 Cross staining: 4-5 AS B AS AS AS assessment AS assessment Physical and Performance Tests Tensile Strength (2) +/-4% (Differential Shrinkage Between Combination Fabrics: 1.5%) Satisfactory Satisfactory Commercial +/- 2% AS (Grab Method) 180N (Wovens) 50*50 Tear Strength (2) AS N (Wovens) 50*50 Bursting Strength (2) AS kpa (Knits) 50*50 Resistance to Pilling (2) (4) Threads per unit length BS EN ISO (1000 revs) ISO 7211/2 Flat Fabrics: 3-4 Brushed: 3 Must give 10 square cm result (+/-5% Against Declared) 50*50 50*50 Fabric Weight AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 Chemical Test Fibre analysis AS Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% Against Declared Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Conducted on main fabric. 3. Applicable for dry cleanable labels. 4. Conducted on Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Acrylic and their blends. /contain full pattern 28

29 Towel Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to perspiration to sea water (2) to chlorinated pool (2) to light Stability Tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) Appearance after 1 wash Appearance after 3 washes Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 3 washes) Print Durability Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-004 Sample size (cm) AS Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 AS E01 Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 AS Dry: 4 Wet: *25 AS E04 4 AS E AS *30 AS B Only For Beach Towels AS %/+2% AS assessment AS assessment AS assessment AS assessment IHTM Physical and Performance Tests Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory Satisfactory No significant change for items with print only Tensile Strength AS (Grab Method) 160N (woven) 50*50 Tear Strength AS N (woven) 50*50 Absorbency BS EN Annex B Dispersion in <30 seconds 60*100 Mace snagging (3) ASTM D revs 100*100 Fabric Weight AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 Weigh the sample before and Pile Loss AU 1 label. after 1 wash, washing Weight loss condition as per actual care less than 1 % 29

30 Chemical Test Fibre analysis AS Formaldehyde (4) BS EN ISO Part 1 Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% Against Declared 20 ppm products for children under 24 months 75 ppm products for direct skin contact 300 ppm decorative materials or products without direct skin contact /contain full pattern Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Conduct on beach towels only. 3. Conduct on towels with claims "Do not snag" or "Snag free". 4. Formaldehyde can cause allergic reactions and irritations. Suppliers must ensure that formaldehyde Levels are kept within stated levels. 30*30 30

31 Textile Curtains and Blinds Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to hot pressing (4) to dry cleaning (2) to light (3) Pheolic Yellowing (10) Stability Tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) Appearance after 1 wash (5) Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) Dimensional stability to drycleaning (2) Dimensional stability to Steaming (4) Smoothness Appearance (9) Print Durability AS AS E01 Change: 4 Change: Staining: Staining: Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-005 Sample size (cm) AS Dry: 4 Wet *25 AS Change: *40 AS AS B Courtaulds Method AS AS Assessment AS assessment *30 wovens: +/-3% knits: +/-4% Satisfactory Satisfactory Commercial +/- 2% +/- 2% BS EN ISO *100 IHTM Physical and Performance Tests No significant change for items with print only Tensile Strength AS (Grab Method) 180 N (woven) 50*50 Bursting Strength AS kpa (knits) 50*50 Tear Strength AS N (woven) 50*50 Resistance To Pilling (6) BS EN ISO *50 Spray Rating (7) AS *100 Seam Properties- Shower Curtains(8) Seam Properties- Textile Curtain AS /22 AS /22 6 mm Seam 65N Seam 120N 6 mm Seam 65N Seam Strength -@ 120N-Heavy Fabric -@ 100N-Medium Fabric -@ 80N-Light Fabric 60*60 60*60 31

32 Threads per unit length ISO 7211/2 Must give 10 square cm result (+/-5% Against Declared) 50*50 Fabric Weight AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 Chemical Test Fibre analysis AS Formaldehyde BS EN ISO Part 2 Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% against Declared 75 ppm - direct skin contact 300 ppm Indirect skin contact Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Applicable for dry cleanable curtains. 3. Do not conduct on shower curtains. 4. Applicable for curtains that can be steam cleaned. 5 Only conduct on printed, embroidered or decorated curtains. 6. Conduct on Polyester, Acrylic, Nylon and their blends. 7. Conduct on water repellent shower curtains. 8. Seam properties are applicable to fabric curtains only. 9. Conducted on items with easy care, non-iron and wrinkle free finish. 10. For whites only /contain full pattern 30*30 32

33 Table Cloths and Napkins Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to light Stability Tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) Appearance after 1 wash (3) Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) Smoothness Appearance (2) AS AS E01 Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 Cross Staining 4-5 Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 Cross Staining 4-5 Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-006 Sample size(cm) AS Dry: 4 Wet *25 AS B02 4 AS /-3% AS assessment AS assessment BS EN ISO (woven only) Physical and Performance Tests Satisfactory Satisfactory *100 Tensile Strength AS (Grab Method) 110 N (wovens) 50*50 Bursting Strength AS kpa (knits) 50*50 Tear Strength AS N (wovens) 50*50 Resistance To Pilling (4) Stain Resistant (5) Threads per unit length BS EN ISO *50 AATCC 130 Grade *100 ISO 7211/2 Must give 10 square cm result (+/-5% Against Declared) 50*50 Fabric Weight AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 Chemical Test Fibre Analysis AS Formaldehyde (2) BS EN ISO Part 1 Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% against Declared 20 ppm products for children under 24 months 75 ppm products for direct skin contact 300 ppm decorative materials or products without direct skin contact Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Conducted on items with easy care, non-iron and wrinkle free finish. 3. Conducted on printed, embroidered or with decorative appliqués. 4. Conducted on Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Acrylic and their blends. 5. Conducted on items with stain resistant, stain release, stain free claims. /contain full pattern 30*30 33

34 Soft Kitchen Textile Accessories i.e. apron, mitten, oven mitten, tea towels Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to perspiration to fume gas (2) to hot pressing (2) Stability Tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) Appearance after 1 wash Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) AS AS E01 Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 Cross Staining 4-5 Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 Cross Staining 4-5 Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-007 Sample size (cm) AS Dry: 4 Wet *25 AS E04 Change: 4 Staining: 3-4 Cross Staining 4-5 ISO 105 G02 4 ISO 105 X11 110C/150C/200C 15 Seconds AS /-3% AS assessment AS assessment Physical and Performance Tests 4 40*40 Satisfactory Satisfactory Tensile Strength AS (Grab Method) 110 N (wovens) 50*50 Bursting Strength AS kpa (knits) 50*50 Tear Strength AS N (wovens) 50*50 Threads per unit length ISO 7211/2 Must give 10 square cm result (+/-5% Against Declared) 50*50 Fabric Weight AS /-5% Against Declared 50*50 Chemical Test Fibre Analysis AS Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Applicable for oven mitten. Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% against Declared /contain full pattern 34

35 Bathmats and Picnic Rugs Test Standard Test Requirement to washing to water (1) to rubbing (1) to light Stability Tests Dimensional Stability (1 wash) (2) Appearance after 1 wash Shrinkage + Appearance Package (After 1 wash) Print Durability AS AS E01 Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-008 Sample size(cm) Change: 3-4 Staining: 3-4 Change: 3-4 Staining: 3-4 AS Dry: 4 Wet 3 25*25 AS B02 4 Beach 4-5 AS /-4% AS assessment AS assessment IHTM Physical and Performance Tests Tuft Withdrawal (3) Resistance to Pilling (4) Stain Resistant (5) Oil Repellency (6) Absorbency Satisfactory Satisfactory No significant change for items with print only BS N 50*50 BS EN ISO *50 AATCC *100 ISO *100 BS EN Annex B Slip Resistance SATRA 144 Chemical Test Fibre Analysis AS Formaldehyde BS EN ISO Part 1 Dispersion in <30 seconds 60*100 Dry 0.3 min. Wet 0.3 min. Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% against Declared 20 ppm products for children under 24 months 75 ppm products for direct skin contact 300 ppm decorative materials or products without direct skin contact Notes : 1. Exempted for solid white colours. 2. Conducted on uncoated rugs and mats with natural blended fibers. 3. Conducted on tufted mats and rugs only. 4. Conducted on Polyester, Nylon, Wool, Acrylic and their blends. 5. Conducted on items with stain resistant, stain release, stain free claims. 6. Conducted on items with oil release or oil repellent claims. 7. Bath mats with latex backing, CF to water, rubbing and slip resistance are required. 30*30 /contain full pattern 30*30 35

36 Wadding Physical Tests Test Standard Test Requirement Wadding thickness (without Quilt) By Thickness Gauge Price (include special discount to The Warehouse) TWL-HW-009 Sample size (cm) +/-5% against Declared 100*100 Weight AS /-5% against Declared 100*100 Batting Integrity (1) ASTM D final product Chemical Test Fibre Analysis AS Single Fibre: No Tolerance Blends: +/-3% against Declared Notes : 1. Waddings should be enclosed in actual production fabric or similar. /contain full pattern 36