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Interlock fabric is one of the most advanced and highest-quality types in the knitted fabric family, produced by interlocking and combining two separate rib fabric surfaces on double-faced circular knitting machines.

  • Smoothness on Both Sides
  • Superior Dimensional Stability
  • Thick and Full Hand Feel
  • Low Risk of Run Formation
  • Excellent Breathability
  • Controlled Elasticity
  • Color Depth and Print Quality
  • Thermal Insulation

 Known in English as "interlock knit," this fabric takes its name from the "interlocking" principle in its production technique: two separate loop rows are knitted while locked into each other, resulting in a fabric with a smooth, even, and identical appearance on both sides.

Properties of Özellikleri

Smoothness on Both Sides: The most distinctive feature of interlock fabric is that both sides have a smooth and even appearance. This eliminates confusion between the inner and outer face during cutting and sewing, adding practicality and speed to production.

Superior Dimensional Stability: Interlock fabric is one of the knitted fabric types with the highest dimensional stability. It preserves its shape and dimensions perfectly after washing and use; it does not sag or deform. 

Thick and Full Hand Feel: Thanks to its double-layer structure, interlock fabric feels much heavier and fuller compared to jersey fabric. This voluminous, quality hand feel gives products a premium perception and creates a sense of high quality among consumers.

Excellent Breathability: Despite its double-layer structure, interlock fabric offers a superior level of breathability, especially in cotton-dominant versions. 

 

Low Risk of Run Formation: One of the key features of interlock fabric is that its loops do not run as easily as jersey fabric when cut. This feature provides significant assurance both during production and throughout the product's service life.

Controlled Elasticity: While not as stretchy as rib fabric, interlock fabric offers more elasticity than jersey. This structure, which stretches to a certain degree in the horizontal direction and returns to its original shape, significantly contributes to wearing comfort while also preventing shape distortion.

Color Depth and Print Quality: Thanks to its smooth and even surface, interlock fabric delivers excellent results in dyeing and printing processes. 

Thermal Insulation: Its double-layer structure gives interlock fabric a natural thermal insulation property. The air trapped between the two fabric layers helps retain body heat and creates an extra layer of warmth in cold weather conditions.

Interlock Fabric Areas of Use

Çift katlı örgü yapısı sayesinde hem ön hem de arka yüzeyinde pürüzsüz bir tuşe sunan interlok kumaş tok duruşu ve boyutsal kararlılığı ile lüks tasarımların mimarıdır. Sıcak tutma performansı ve konforu bir arada sunan interlok kumaşın öne çıkan kullanım alanları şunlardır:

  • Baby and Children's Clothing
  • Daily and Casual Wear
  • Underwear and Pajama
  • Sportswear and Activewear
  • Polo Shirts and Knit Dresses
  • Home Textiles
  • Medical and Thermal Underwear

Wholesale Interlock Fabric

Yurda Örme offers a comprehensive wholesale interlock fabric portfolio for garment manufacturers, wholesalers, and exporters. Our interlock fabrics, which serve a wide range of uses from baby clothing to sportswear and from premium casual wear to home textiles, are produced with high manufacturing discipline in terms of raw material quality, weight consistency, and color standards.

Wholesale interlock fabric prices vary depending on order quantity, raw material composition, weight, and color processes. You can contact our sales team to receive a current price quote and discuss order details.

Frequently Asked Questions

Interlock fabric is one of the most preferred fabric types in baby textiles because both sides are smooth and do not cause friction against the skin. However, for interlock fabric used in baby products to be safe, it must hold certain quality certifications. The most sought-after certifications in this field are GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and OEKO-TEX Standard 100. The GOTS certificate documents that the fabric is made from organic cotton, while the OEKO-TEX certificate documents that it contains no harmful chemicals. Yurda Örme offers certified organic cotton interlock fabric options for baby textile manufacturers.

Proper care conditions are of great importance for the long-lasting use of interlock fabric. Products made from cotton interlock fabric should generally be washed at 30–40 degrees on a delicate wash cycle. Washing at high temperatures can cause the fabric to shrink and change dimensionally. Keeping the washing machine's spin cycle low and drying in the shade are critical for the fabric to maintain its shape. For organic cotton and lycra-blend interlock fabrics, it is recommended to fully follow the care instructions on the manufacturer's label.

Turkey's well-established textile infrastructure offers a globally competitive position in interlock fabric production. For garment companies and textile wholesalers looking to source interlock fabric wholesale, producers in regions where knitted fabric production is concentrated, such as Istanbul, Bursa, and Çorlu, should be the primary points of reference. As Yurda Örme, we serve as a reliable production partner with our wholesale interlock fabric portfolio covering a wide range of uses, from baby clothing to sports textiles and from casual wear to home textiles.