Colorfastness to Light
Colorfastness to Light (Textiles & Carpet)
Floor Detective® Claims and Conditions Guide
What You Need to Know
• AATCC 16 E is a laboratory test method used to evaluate the resistance of textile and carpet colorants to fading caused by exposure to light
• Colorfastness to light reflects how well dyes and pigments retain their original color when subjected to simulated daylight conditions
• The test is commonly used for carpets, textiles, dyed fibers, and printed materials exposed to sunlight or
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