What is Wicking?

[babytoo]

I know I know, I'm ashamed to admit it but I don't know what wicking is?:o Can someone please explain it to me??? I know its got something to do with what happens to the fabric...lol
Thanks everyone

[reAllytee]

Here ya go !


A term used to describe how moisture spreads through fabric. Imagine leaving the tip of a washcloth in a small puddle of water. After a short time the whole washcloth will be wet. This is wicking, and is usually used to describe how a nappy can leak if a sodden nappy comes into contact with an absorbent fabric on the outside.


If you need more info use these websites :

www.ozclothnappies.org
www.modernclothnappies.org
www.nappycino.com

[the_queen]

IME, you learn very quickly what "wicking" is when your husband tucks a t-shirt into a nappy :laughing: