What is BS EN 14119 – Action of microfungi on textiles about?
BS EN 14119 is an International Standard that focuses on the testing of textiles. It gives the best guidelines for the evaluation of the action of microfungi.
BS EN 14119 specifies methods for determining the resistance of textiles to the action of microfungi. The results of the tests are evaluated by visual examination and by measuring the physical properties of the textiles. These tests are applicable to all textile products, including cellulosic or man-made fibre textiles.
Who is BS EN 14119 - Action of microfungi on textiles for?
BS EN 14119 on testing of textiles to check action of microfungi on textiles is useful for:
- Textile manufacturer
- Clothing industries
- Textile testing laboratories
- Fabric quality assurance authorities
Why should you use BS EN 14119 - Action of microfungi on textiles?
The tests involve exposing test specimens of textiles to the action of selected test strains of microfungi for specified or agreed periods under specified temperature and humidity.
BS EN 14119 informs climatic and environmental conditions microfungi can settle on and colonize the surface of textile products and can deteriorate them.
BS EN 14119 specifies the tests and test conditions that are empirical and cover most - but not all – potential applications.
The actions of microfungi on textiles are quite different:
- Direct action: deterioration of the textile product which serves as a nutritive substance for the growth of the microfungi
- Indirect action: influence of metabolic products of the microfungi, e.g., discolouration or biochemical deterioration.
With compliance and obedience to BS EN 14119, you can efficiently perform the quantitative chemical analysis of textiles, to evaluate the action of microfungi and manufacture a standardized product of high quality.
