Definition
Quilted lining is a prefabricated lining material consisting of at least two layers stitched together: a face fabric, an interlining or batting as the intermediate layer, and frequently a backing fabric on the reverse side. The layers are joined by regular quilting seams that give the material its characteristic structure and simultaneously secure the fill. Quilted lining combines the functions of lining, interlining, and thermal layer in a single cut piece and is available both as fabric by the yard and as ready-cut garment components.
Use in the textile industry
Quilted lining is used primarily in outerwear — such as jackets, coats, and vests — where it provides thermal insulation and wearing comfort in a single processing step. In industrial production, the use of prefabricated quilted lining reduces manufacturing time, since the labor-intensive quilting of individual garment pieces is eliminated. It is also used in accessories such as bags and gloves, as well as in home textiles including blankets and cushions.
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