Which finishing treatment is listed for Tricot fabric?

• A. Cire calendered
• B. Mercerized
• C. Flame retardant
• D. Stone washed

Answer: (A)

Cire calendered is the finishing treatment listed for Tricot fabric. This process uses heated rollers with wax to smooth and gloss the surface, giving a shiny, slick finish that pairs well with the fine knit structure of tricot. It’s a common aesthetic treatment for tricot in swatch sets because it enhances the fabric’s sheen and feel.

Mercerized is a cotton-specific treatment that increases luster and dye uptake, which isn’t typical for tricot fabrics that are often nylon, polyester, or blends rather than cotton. Flame retardant finishes are functional and can be applied to many fabrics, but they’re not the standard listed finish for tricot in common practice sets. Stone washing is associated with denim and heavy cottons to create a worn look, not with tricot knits.