What is Modal?
Modal fabric is a bio-based fabric that is made from spinning beech tree cellulose. Modal is generally considered a more eco-friendly alternative to cotton because beech trees don’t require much water to grow and therefore the production process uses about 10-20 times less water.
Why Beech Trees?
Beech forests thrive in Northern and Central Europe. They are a natural and sustainable source for our products as they do not require artificial irrigation or planting.
Why use Modal for clothing?
The fiber produced from Beech trees is incredibly soft and feels like silk when worn - it has twice the softness of cotton and feels amazing against your skin.
Modal fabric is extremely hard-wearing and keeps its shape and finish, even after frequent washing. These properties make it useful as an underwear fabric. Its silky texture also makes it comfortable for close-fitting intimate wear and is breathable. Unlike garments made from synthetic fibers like nylon and polyester, Modal does not trap perspiration and odors.
Modal is up to 50 percent more absorbent than cotton, so clothes never feel sweaty and sticky.
More Modal Facts
Natural Stretch: Modal’s flexibility makes it ideal for items like t-shirts and athletic wear.
Ultra Soft Fabric: Modal has an incredibly soft touch.
Breathable Fabric: Modal is great for sportswear, base layers, t-shirts and underwear as the fabric’s weave is very breathable.
Water Absorbent: Modal is 50% more absorbent than cotton..
Durable: Modal is very strong because of the tight weave and the long fibers.
Drapes Well: Similar to rayon and other silk alternatives, modal has a beautiful drape that makes it ideal for our products.
Eco-Friendly Fabric: Modal is made from regenerative plants and there are fewer chemicals used in the production process than with other types of rayon.
Doesn’t Pill: The fabric resists pilling and has a smooth finish that makes it ideal for everyday wear and use.
Colour Fast: The fabric absorbs dye in warm water and does not bleed dye during the laundering process.
Doesn’t Shrink: Unlike most forms of rayon, modal is much less likely to shrink in the wash.
Biodegradable Fabric: Modal is completely biodegradable.
Doesn’t Crease: Modal resists wrinkles and will stay smooth with minimal ironing.
Modal Collections Available
Bliss Micro Modal Spandex Jersey
Shop Bliss Collection
Tranquility Modal Spandex Sweatshirt Terry
Shop Tranquility Collection
*Information sourced from LavenderHillClothing
