BS 4162:1983

This British Standard describes methods of test for all types of buttons for the fastening and ornamentation of wearing apparel.

NOTE 1 The tests cannot be directly related to laundering and dry-cleaning occurring in practice because other factors such as mechanical effects cannot be reproduced satisfactorily on a small scale, but they can be used to indicate the suitability of buttons for general and specific uses.

NOTE 2 The titles of the publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside back cover.

Describes tests simulating the ability of buttons to withstand various methods of cleaning to which the garments they are attached to, may be subjected. Also includes tests for strength and abrasion.