ASTM D4720-87(2000)
Historical Standard: ASTM D4720-87(2000) Standard Practice for Evaluation of the Performance of Soft Window Coverings
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ASTM D4720
1. Scope
1.1 This practice covers the evaluation of specific performance characteristics of any washable or drycleanable soft window covering.
1.2 This practice is not a specification for washable or drycleanable soft window coverings but may be used by mutual agreement between the purchaser and the supplier to establish material specifications.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D123 Terminology Relating to Textiles
D1683 Test Method for Failure in Sewn Seams of Woven Apparel Fabrics
D3136 Terminology Relating to Care Labeling for Apparel, Textile, Home Furnishing, and Leather Products
D3691 Performance Specification for Woven, Lace, and Knit Household Curtain and Drapery Fabrics
D3773 Test Methods for Length of Woven Fabric
D3940 Test Method for Bursting Strength (Load) and Elongation of Sewn Seams of Knit or Woven Stretch Textile Fabrics
AATCC Methods
AATCC 158 Dimensional Changes on Drycleaning in Perchloroethylene: Machine MethodKeywords
appearance; dimensional change; drycleaning; laundering; window coverings; Appearance of textile materials/applications; Bleaches; Colorfastness; Curtains and draperies; Dimensional change; Drycleaning materials/processes/tests; Flounce; Inner edge; Laundry materials/applications; Length; Length--fiber; Performance--textiles; Refurbishing; Shade difference; Soft window coverings; Textile fabrics (general); Visual examination--textiles; Wall openings; Width; Window coverings; Windows/window assemblies;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 97.160 (Home textiles. Linen)
DOI: 10.1520/D4720-87R00
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