primary tufting cloth

Primary tufting cloth is a type of fabric that is commonly used as a backing material for tufted carpets. It is a strong and durable fabric that is designed to hold up to the stress of tufting, which involves the insertion of tufts of yarn into the fabric to create a pile surface.

Primary tufting cloth is typically made from synthetic fibers such as polypropylene or polyester, although it can also be made from natural fibers such as jute. The fabric is often coated with latex to provide additional strength and stability.

In the tufting process, the primary tufting cloth is stretched tightly over a frame and held in place by tenterhooks. Tufts of yarn are then inserted into the fabric using a tufting machine, which pushes the yarn through the fabric and creates loops on the back side. The loops are then secured by a layer of latex applied to the back of the fabric.

Once the tufting process is complete, the primary tufting cloth forms the backing of the carpet, providing strength, stability, and durability.