Pluisarm

Pluisarm is a term used in Dutch textile literature to describe fabrics and fibers that are designed to minimize shedding of loose fibers, commonly referred to as lint. The concept focuses on reducing the amount of loose fibers released from a fabric during wear or laundering, thereby keeping surfaces cleaner and reducing lint buildup in laundry.

Etymology and scope. The word pluisarm combines pluis, meaning lint or fluff, with a suffix indicating a characteristic or property. In industry usage, pluisarm is not a formal standard but a descriptive label applied to materials with lower tendency to shed fibers compared with conventional textiles.

Characteristics and production. Fabrics described as pluisarm typically achieve reduced lint shedding through a combination of fiber selection, yarn construction, and finishing processes. Approaches include using low-shedding fibers, tighter yarn twists, smoother fiber surfaces, and controlled finishing treatments that minimize loose ends. Some brands emphasize micro-textured finishes or coating technologies that further inhibit filament release without compromising hand feel or durability.

Measurement and standards. Lint shedding is assessed using standardized laundering or abrasion tests that quantify the amount of fiber released per cycle. Results are often presented as grams of shed fiber per unit area or per wash. There is no universally adopted global standard specifically for pluisarm, and figures may vary with test methods, fabric type, and care conditions.

Applications and market use. Pluisarm fabrics are marketed for apparels, bedding, and upholstery where low linting is advantageous, such as in allergy-aware households or garments prone to pilling. The term is one of several industry descriptors for low-shedding textiles, alongside more general labels like lint-resistant or low-shedding.

See also. Pilling, lint, shedding, textile finishing.