Consumer Studies Grade 11 Practice Exam 2026 - Free Consumer Studies Practice Questions and Study Guide

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Raising, napping, brushing and sueding involve rollers with small hooks that lift fibre ends. What is the outcome?

They strengthen the fabric.

They resist pilling.

They melt the fibers.

This process weakens the fabric.

Raising, napping, brushing, and sueding use rollers with small hooks to lift fiber ends and create a soft, fuzzy surface. That mechanical pulling and tearing of the surface fibers causes micro-damage and loose ends to appear. While the finish feels warmer and softer, the damage at the surface weakens the fabric’s structure and makes it more prone to wear and breakage under use. So, the overall effect is a weaker fabric. These processes don’t strengthen the fabric, they don’t melt fibers, and they often increase fuzz and pilling rather than resist it.