By use
DTY for curtains, carpets, knitting and home textiles
Reviewed by Mohamed Rizk, Head of Production Engineering, 20+ years at Al Rawda. Last updated
Which yarn suits which end use, apart from upholstery, which has its own page.
70D – 150D light · 300D – 600D heavy
Which DTY is best for curtains?
Quick answer
Light curtain fabrics and linings typically use fine to medium deniers (about 70D to 150D), and heavier curtain fabrics, including blackout types, typically use 300D to 600D.
Very sheer, lustrous voiles are often made from FDY rather than DTY. Choose DTY when you want a soft, full handle with some body.
300D – 1200D
Which DTY is best for carpets and rugs?
Quick answer
Carpets and rugs typically use heavy deniers, from about 300D up to 1200D, for bulk and abrasion resistance.
The textured structure gives bulk without losing strength, and a higher intermingling level helps the yarn hold together through heavy weaving. Please confirm the exact denier, filament count and colours with our sales team.
SIM · HIM · NIM
Should I use DTY for knitting or for weaving?
Quick answer
Both. For knitting, SIM is the common choice; for weaving warp ends, HIM runs without sizing; NIM suits smooth, fluid fabrics.
DTY is mainly used in weaving and knitting. The right intermingling level depends on the machine and on the process that comes next, so tell us what you are running.
75D – 150D
Which DTY is best for bedding and home textiles?
Quick answer
Bedding and general home textile fabrics typically use fine to medium deniers, around 75D to 150D, often with many fine filaments for a soft handle.
For a soft, smooth surface, look at higher filament counts, for example 150D/144F. For fabrics that need more body, move to a heavier denier.