Businesses involved in the finishing of textiles treat fabrics and other textile materials after they have been woven, knitted or otherwise formed. Their processes can change a material's appearance, texture, handle, performance or ease of care. Work may include bleaching, dyeing, printing, washing, softening, brushing or raising the surface, and pressing or calendaring to create a particular finish. Finishing services can also include applying coatings or treatments to alter how a textile behaves, such as making it water-repellent, flame-resistant, crease-resistant or antistatic. Some businesses specialise in particular fibres, fabrics or production methods, while others handle a range of materials, including natural and synthetic textiles. Customers may include fabric manufacturers, clothing and upholstery producers, designers and suppliers of technical textiles. Services can be carried out on fabric by the roll or on made-up items, depending on the equipment and process used.