Midlands State University Library

Modern household science a practical approach

Ling, Eva M.

Modern household science a practical approach created by Eva M. Ling - London Mills & Boon Limited 1972 - 258 pages

Includes index.

Chapter 1 Soap, 2 - Soapless detergents, washing powders and other washing aids, 3 - Hard and soft water, 4 - Textile fibres I, 5 - Textile fibres II, 6 - Textile fibres III, 7 - Textile fibres IV, 8 - Fabrics and fabric construction, 9 - Colour in fabrics, 10 - Special treatments applied to fibres and fabrics; fibre mixtures, 11 - Stain removal and dry cleaning, 12 - Electricity, 13 - Gas in the home, 14 - Hot water, 15 - Washing machines, dryers and other appliances used in laundry-work.

The book covers the scientific aspects of Domestic Science courses at O and A level, including those of Needlework, Clothing and Dressmaking. It could also form the basis for an Applied Science course for girls in the upper forms of Secondary Schools.

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Textile fabrics
Textile industry
Laundry