The right type of interlining depends on the fabric, where it sits in the garment, and the desired hand and structure. The wrong choice can ruin a garment within a few washes. Below you will find the most commonly used interlining types and their correct applications. You can find all of them in stock at Online Tela.
Interlining types by construction
Woven interlining
Made by weaving yarns as warp and weft. It is strong, durable and holds its shape well. Preferred for shirt collars and cuffs, jackets and quality garment production.
Nonwoven interlining
Made by pressing fibers together without weaving. Economical and lightweight. Paper (nonwoven) interlining is the best-known example of this group.
Knit / jersey (stretch) interlining
Designed for stretch fabrics. Thanks to its knitted structure it stretches together with the fabric, which is why it is used on tricot, knit and stretch fabrics. Bi-stretch interlinings and weft-insert jerseys belong to this family.
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Shirt interlining
A woven interlining used in shirt collars, cuffs and plackets. Thanks to its special coating, resistant to washing and high temperatures, the collar stays crisp even after repeated washing. The secret of a quality shirt is the right shirt interlining.
Paper interlining (economy grade)
Paper (nonwoven) interlining is the most economical type; it suits production runs where keeping costs down is the priority. However, it is not recommended for shirts: problems can appear on the shirt collar after 3–5 washes. Its proper place is cost-focused, budget-friendly products.
Boss interlining
Used in shirt areas that require shaping, such as armhole and shoulder-tip fusing.
Bi-stretch / body interlining
Used as body interlining in jackets, coats and overcoats, and also in trouser waistbands. It gives the garment body and structure.
Chiffon interlining
Light and fine. Used in women's evening wear wherever chiffon needs support; heavier weights are used on collars, plackets and in fabric lamination.
Tear-away embroidery backing (503–507)
Used to support the back of embroidery work; after stitching it tears away easily and cleanly.
So which one should you choose?
Your fabric type (woven/knit), where the garment will be used and how often it will be washed determine the right interlining. Using a cheap interlining in the wrong place costs more in the long run. Application conditions matter just as much as choosing the right interlining.