Lenzing describes an approach that combines yarn pretreatment and knitting technique to produce wash-down or vintage effects in TENCEL Lyocell fabrics. Instead of repeated dyeing and bleaching, the process aims to create the desired appearance through one round of dyeing.

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The method is intended to work with existing mill machinery and can also use fibres made with REFIBRA technology. Its significance lies in coordinating preparation, knitted construction and coloration, allowing a casual aged effect without reproducing every step of a conventional denim finishing route.