Self-Cleaning Properties of Cellulosic Fabrics (A Review)

Abstract

This article provides an overview of a technology of photocatalytic self-cleaning of fabric that is a photocatalyst like (ZnO or TiO2 or other materials ) that decomposes organic stain into water and carbon dioxide(CO2) in the presence of a UV light source. In this article, the photocatalytic techniques are presented. In various applications like textiles, which usually are used in everyday life, the self-cleaning principle is useful. These technologies can also be developed in other applications such as medical textiles, athletic wear, military uniforms, and outdoor fabrics. It is also desirable because it efficiently conserves water and enhances the appearance of the atmosphere and decreases energy in the long term, laundry cost and time as well.