Modern Fire-Resistant Fabrics—Requirements for Durability of Materials After Washing After a Fire

Developments in the textile industry occur both as a consequence of increased awareness among users and various requirements in terms of human and environmental safety. Modifications are aimed at improving performance parameters, using natural substances, moving away from synthetic materials, and improving ergonomics. In order to achieve this, various fibre-production techniques are used, as is the addition of substances, including nanosubstances, into the structure or onto the surface of a given material. In the case of fire-resistant fabrics, which primarily must meet thermal protection requirements, efforts are also being made to reduce weight and eliminate harmful chemicals (e.g., polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons PAHs), and to create smart materials with sensors. However, it is necessary to further develop not only the materials themselves but also cleaning and decontamination techniques that will allow the fire resistance parameters that have been developed to be maintained.