---
type: "fabric"
name: "Warp Tulle"
slug: "warp-tulle"
fabric_family: "knit_warp"
construction: "warp_knit"
typical_fibers:
  - "Nylon"
  - "Polyester"
weight_gsm: "30–50 g/m²"
price_tier: 2
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/warp-tulle"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:34:34.211115+00:00"
---

# Warp Tulle

Warp Tulle is a lightweight, sheer fabric characterized by its open mesh structure, commonly used in formal wear and decorative applications.

- **Fabric Family**: Knit Warp
- **Construction**: Warp Knit
- **Typical Fibers**: Nylon, Polyester
- **Weight**: 30–50 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.2–0.5 mm
- **Typical Width**: 150 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$ (2 of 5)

## About Warp Tulle

Warp Tulle is a type of warp-knit fabric made primarily from nylon or polyester fibers. Its construction features a series of vertical loops that create a delicate and airy texture, making it ideal for applications where lightness and transparency are desired. The fabric is often used in evening gowns, bridal wear, and as overlays in various garments. Its fine mesh allows for breathability while providing a subtle structure, making it a popular choice for layering and embellishment.

## Knit Properties

- **Wales per Inch**: 10
- **Courses per Inch**: 15
- **Knit Gauge**: 18G

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 10%
- **Weft Stretch**: 20%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 20 CFM
- **Spray Rating**: 0
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.1
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Bright
- **Opacity**: Sheer
- **Surface Texture**: smooth
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Lightweight
- Breathable
- Wrinkle Resistant

## Common Finishes

- DWR Durable Water Repellent
- Antimicrobial

## Common Applications

- Bridal Wear
- Evening Gowns
- Costumes
- Decorative Overlays
- Fashion Accessories

## Common Uses in Detail

### Bridal & Formalwear

Its gossamer-light sheerness and soft drape make it ideal for wedding gowns, veils, and evening dresses. Layered over [Satin](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/satin) or silk, it adds ethereal volume and delicate texture without adding significant weight to structured silhouettes.

### Costumes & Overlays

The open mesh construction allows vibrant underlayers to show through, making it a favorite for theatrical costumes and decorative overlays. It holds shape well under stage lighting while remaining comfortable and easy to manipulate into elaborate designs.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash cold with like colors. Do not bleach. Tumble dry on low heat or hang to dry. Iron on low setting if necessary.

- Machine Wash Cold
- Do Not Bleach
- Tumble Dry Low
- Iron Low

## Additional Information

Warp Tulle is often chosen for its versatility and ability to add dimension to garments without adding significant weight.

- **Regional Names**: Tulle (general)
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, India, Turkey
- **Testing Standards**: Colorfastness to wash, Pilling, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Nylon](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/nylon.md)
- [Polyester](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/polyester.md)

## Similar Fabrics

- [Athletic Mesh](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/athletic-mesh.md) — Knit Warp
- [Mesh Knit](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/mesh-knit.md) — Knit Warp
- [Milanese Knit](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/milanese-knit.md) — Knit Warp
- [Power Mesh](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/power-mesh.md) — Knit Warp
- [Powernet](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/powernet.md) — Knit Warp

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