1.1 This practice may be used to evaluate specific characteristics of importance in the performance of bedcoverings and accessories (machine washable or drycleanable, woven and knit) including bedspreads, comforters, quilts, pillowshams, dust ruffles, and blankets, hereinafter referred to collectively as bedcoverings.
1.2 This practice is not to be used to evaluate bedcoverings that are refurbished by handwashing.
1.3 This practice shall not be construed to be a standard of performance for bedcoverings.
1.4 This practice shall not be used to evaluate sheets.
1.5 This practice may be used by mutual agreement between purchaser and supplier to set purchasing specifications.
1.6 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.7 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM D4721-12(2019) Referenced Document
ASTM D123 Standard Terminology Relating to Textiles*, 2023-09-14 Update
ASTM D1683 Standard Test Method for Failure in Sewn Seams of Woven Apparel Fabrics*, 2024-04-21 Update
ASTM D1776 Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles
ASTM D3136 Standard Terminology Relating to Care Labeling for Apparel, Textile, Home Furnishing, and Leather Products*, 2024-04-21 Update
ASTM D3773 Standard Test Methods for Length of Woven Fabric