Correctly implemented forest certification adds value to forests and provides consumers with the opportunity to make responsible choices through their purchases. The Forest Stewardship Councilâ¢ (FSC) is considered the âgold standardâ in forest certification by the worldâs leading environmental organizations..
Crocking refers to the rubbing off of color from a fabric when subjected to abrasion. One test is the AATCC 8-2001. This is a test method of the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC). This method uses a standard white cotton fabric that is rubbed against the surface of the test fabric.
Colorfastness to Crocking: Textile Floor Coverings-Crockmeter Method. This test method is designed to determine the degree of color transfer from the surface of textile floor coverings to other surfaces by rubbing. The intent is to reproduce as nearly as possible true-to-life situations in all constructions, whether dyed, printed or otherwise colored.