Plain vs. Mesh Spunlace: Which Texture Fits Your Product Best?

Introduction

When sourcing Spunlace Nonwoven fabrics, one of the first questions we ask our clients is: "Do you need Plain or Mesh style?" While both use the same hydroentanglement technology, their physical structures and applications differ significantly. Here is a guide to distinguishing them.

1. Visual and Tactile Differences

Plain Spunlace (Flat Style):

Appearance: The surface is smooth, uniform, and flat. It looks like a continuous sheet of paper or tightly woven fabric with no visible holes.

Touch: It generally feels softer and smoother against the skin.

Mesh Spunlace (Apertured Style):

Appearance: The surface has a distinct pattern of small holes (apertures). Common mesh sizes include 18-mesh, 22-mesh, or huge-hole patterns.

Touch: It has more texture and friction.

2. How Are They Made? (The Process)

The difference is not in the fiber, but in the forming wire (drum) used during production:

Plain: Produced using a fine, flat wire screen. The high-pressure water jets tangle the fibers into a flat sheet.

Mesh: Produced using a wire screen with a specific pattern of raised bumps. The water jets push the fibers aside around these bumps, creating the holes (apertures).

3. Application Guide: Which Should You Choose?

Conclusion

Understanding the difference between Plain and Mesh allows you to select the perfect material for your end product. Whether you need the scrubbing power of Mesh for household cleaning or the gentle touch of Plain for cosmetics, Jianghua New Materials can customize the fiber blend and pattern to meet your exact specifications.