What Is Cotton Fabric? Meaning, Properties & Uses

What is cotton fabric?

This collection gathers cotton fabrics across plain, printed, checked and embroidered designs. Cotton is breathable, takes dye well and softens with washing.

Cotton fabric in Hindi

In Hindi, cotton fabric is written as सूती कपड़ा / कॉटन. In everyday Indian trade talk you will also hear it called "cotton kapda" or "cotton cloth".

Properties of cotton fabric

Property	Typical
Weight	80 to 250 GSM
Best for	shirts, kurtis, dresses, kidswear, bedding and uniforms
Care	Cotton can usually be washed warm and ironed at a high setting

GSM is grams per square metre. Convert it to weight per metre with our GSM calculator.

What is cotton fabric used for?

Common uses include shirts, kurtis, dresses, kidswear, bedding and uniforms. Check each product page for composition.

How to choose cotton fabric

Check the weight, weave and finish. Pre-wash if you plan to wash the finished garments, because cotton can shrink.

How to wash and care for cotton fabric

Cotton can usually be washed warm and ironed at a high setting. Pre-wash the fabric before cutting, because cotton can shrink slightly the first time.

Will cotton fabric shrink?

Cotton can shrink slightly on first wash, so pre-wash before cutting. Check the care notes on each product.

Where to see and buy cotton fabric

You can browse real cotton fabric designs, with prices per metre, in our cotton fabric collection. Trade buyers can ask for samples and bulk pricing through our contact page.