Martindale Abrasion Test Guide: ISO 12947 Standards & Results [2026]
Abrasion resistance is one of the most closely scrutinized performance parameters in fabric evaluation. Whether a fabric ends up as denim, uniforms, shirting, sofa upholstery, or bedding, every buyer eventually asks the same question: “How many rubs can it withstand before it fails?” The Martindale Abrasion Test—defined under ISO 12947—is the method the global industry…