Wet & Dry Crocking
Colorfastness to Light
Physical Properties
Abrasion – Low Traffic
Abrasion – High Traffic
ACT Voluntary
Abrasion
Guideline for
Woven Fabrics
The surface wear of a fabric caused by friction.
High Traffic / Public Spaces – Woven Upholstery Fabrics
ASTM D4157 (ACT approved #10 Cotton Duck)
30,000 double rubs Wyzenbeek method
ASTM D4966 (12 KPa pressure)
40,000 cycles Martindale method
Disclaimer:
Abrasion test results are not necessarily a reliable indicator of fabric lifespan. Comparative laboratory testing results on the same textiles frequently differ and testing methods do not necessarily correlate well with the variables encountered in actual use by the end-user. Licensees using the ACT performance certification marks and publishing test results exceeding the ACT high-traffic abrasion guideline are required to provide the following statement on their samples, digital media, marketing materials, social media posts, direct and third-party websites:
Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan. Multiple factors affect fabric durability and appearance retention.
Notes:
ACT studies indicate that results of multiple abrasion tests performed on some woven fabric structures may vary significantly – as much as 60 percent or more. There is no correlation between Wyzenbeek and Martindale results. For more information please refer to abrasion white papers in the LEARN section of this website.
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Wyzenbeek Test Video
