Antimicrobial finish has now become very important and one of the most desirable finishes for textiles, explain SK Rajput, DB Shakyawar and Roli Purwar.
Textile materials and garments are very much susceptible to microbial attack as these provide large surface area and absorb moisture required for microbial growth. Cellulosic as well as protein (keratin) fibres also provide all essential basic requirements such as moisture, oxygen, nutrients and temperature for bacterial growth and multiplication.