Something old, something new: the idea behind sanding jeans

Making a new item look old appeals to many. “Antique” furniture, for example, often is made to look old with fading, distressing, and coloring techniques to give the otherwise brand-new furniture character. The same goes for jeans with sanding - they look like you’ve loved them for years.

Some different sanded jeans from indi

It is estimated that 3.2 billion jeans are manufactured worldwide annually and of that amount, 1.2 billion jeans are sanded to replicate a worn in look. People love sanded jeans not only because of the visual appeal, but the sanding process also causes the fabric to soften, thus adding to the comfort of the jeans.

Sanding process can be done with a sand blaster or by hand with sandpaper or with power tools. The difference between the two processes depends on how much sanding denim manufacturers would like the jean to have. A sandblast is great for controlling big sections of the jeans they want sanded. A sandblaster could also be used to produce many different patterns. The sandblasting process starts by blasting a very abrasive substance through a nozzle at the denim at high speed and pressure. Hand sanding on the other hand, allows denim manufacturers to be very precise on what gets sanded. It is done with a fine grain sand paper, a sanding block or a palm sander similar to the ones used by carpenters.

Some of our new denim fabrics here at indi contain anywhere from subtle sand blasting over the entire jean or some heavy blasting in selected areas of the jean in order to give you that worn in custom look. Keep in mind that sanded jeans do emphasize curves, so if you don’t want to showcase you legs, we recommend you opt for light to no sanding. But whatever you decide, your sanded jeans will have a truly authentic and well-loved feel.

posted by: Eunice Tanos on January 27, 2011 at 10:59 am
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On 01-28-2011, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) said

I love those jeanes! They look so sexy!

On 01-31-2011, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) said

Still waiting for customer service on jeans ordered Aug 2010 - the pair received were not wearable - too tight in some places and too baggy at the waist back, poor workmanship.  I’ve had no help from the company after multiple times contacting them.  So, as of end of Jan 2011, I’m stuck with unwearable jeans and less $180. Where’s the “Perfect Fit Promise”????

On 01-31-2011, .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) said

Hi Beverlee,

This is Evan from indi. I’m very sorry that you are not satisfied with your jeans and that you’ve had so much trouble connecting with us. We will be contacting you shortly and will happily help you with your re-order.

We still stand behind our Perfect Fit Promise 100% and are committed to working with you until you get a perfect-fitting pair at absolutely no cost to you. Thank you again for your feedback and we look forward to speaking with you soon.

Sincerely,

indi