The print media fabric universe is vast… More vast than we typically acknowledge. Adding even more complexity is ensuring that printers and inks jive with the substrate. On the newest edition of the Texile Nerd Podcast, Lori and Dan turn to two pros with decades of print media prowess for a focused discussion on why attention at the front end of a project means more success along the way.

Not to be confused with finishes, although the terms are often interchanged, coatings are a super power for fabrics in their own right. On the new edition of the Textile Nerd Podcast, Lori and Dan will examine this all-star of additives. TVF Vice President of Business Development Robert Hinsch will handle the overview of common coatings and their benefits. Download, listen when its convenient, and learn something without wasting your time.

Fabric finishing offers clear plusses (enhancing look and performance, of course) and even a few minuses (potential in some cases to reduce a material's strength). While finishes may not be a magic bullet, they do add incredible value and stretch the possibilities of textiles when used correctly. Our latest episode of the Textile Nerd Podcast examines the basics of finishing. Join Lori, Dan, and textile knowledge center Robert Hinsch (TVF vice president of business development) for an overview of fabric finishing that will make you think and won’t waste your time.