Static electricity is often a topic of concern when choosing a sweater. Especially in the dry season, static electricity often occurs when wearing sweaters, which makes people feel uncomfortable. So, will
poly viscose spandex loose knit sweater ribs be prone to static electricity? Let’s learn more about it.
First, you need to understand the characteristics of the three synthetic fibers: polyester, viscose and spandex. Polyester is a common synthetic fiber that has strong antistatic properties and is not prone to static electricity. Viscose fiber has good softness and hygroscopicity, which helps to reduce the generation of static electricity. The elasticity and conductivity of spandex also help reduce the occurrence of static electricity. Therefore, from the perspective of fiber characteristics, polyester, viscose and spandex blended sweaters are relatively less likely to generate static electricity.
Secondly, the loose knitted rib design also plays a certain role in inhibiting the generation of static electricity. The loose design can reduce the friction between the sweater and the body surface and reduce the possibility of static electricity. The ribbed texture also helps disperse static electricity, reducing the build-up of static electricity.
However, although polyester, viscose and spandex loose-knit ribbed sweaters are relatively less likely to generate static electricity, it does not mean that static electricity will not occur at all. In a dry environment, the humidity in the air is low, which can easily lead to the accumulation of static electricity. At this time, static electricity may still occur when wearing clothing made of synthetic fibers, especially when in contact with other fabrics or the human body. In order to reduce the generation of static electricity, you can try the following methods:
Choose the right underwear: When wearing a sweater, choose underwear made of cotton or other natural fibers to help reduce the generation of static electricity.
Maintain indoor humidity: During dry seasons, increasing the humidity in the air by using a humidifier or placing a water basin indoors can help reduce the generation of static electricity.
Use an antistatic agent: Before wearing a sweater, you can spray an antistatic agent on the surface of the clothing to reduce the accumulation of static electricity.
Comb the sweater frequently: Use a fine-toothed brush or a special sweater comb to comb the surface of the sweater frequently to help disperse static electricity and reduce the accumulation of static electricity.
Avoid friction: Try to avoid wearing clothing made of synthetic fibers from rubbing against other fabrics or objects to reduce the generation of static electricity.