Description

Introducing the Daylight China Silk White Fabric

Daylight China Silk White is a lightweight natural silk diffusion fabric (often called half silk) , offering medium diffusion without excessive light loss (approximately 1 stop). Ideal for producing soft light with a surrounding bounce, it is perfect for outdoor or studio photo and video shoots. Available in 6×6 (1.8 × 1.8 m) , 8×8 (2.4 × 2.4 m) , 12×12 (3.6 × 3.6 m) sizes and larger sizes upon request from our sales team .

General and essential features

Made from slightly translucent natural silk, this fabric offers medium diffusion (approximately 1 stop) while producing a soft, warm light bounce, particularly suited to skin tones. It also introduces a noticeable ambient bounce. It’s the benchmark for elegant diffusion without dulling the light.

Equipped witheyelets and elastic at the corners, it easily attaches to a butterfly or overhead frame. Compact and lightweight, it is equally at home in the studio or outdoors.

Practical use cases

• As an overhead on a 12×12 frame (3.6×3.6 m), it produces a soft light of approximately 1 stop, creating a warm lighting effect and a pleasant ambient bounce.

• In vertical profile, it serves as a medium diffusion panel, perfect for softening natural or LED shadows without completely uniformizing the lighting.

• Ideal for portraits, interviews or elegant effects requiring a natural diffusion with a slight ambient glow.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What is the light loss with this canvas?

   Approximately 1 stop, guaranteeing a gentle diffusion with good retention of intensity.

2. Does it generate ambient bounce?

   Yes, it produces a noticeable light bounce, more pronounced than that of a synthetic Silk or a grid cloth.

3. Is it fragile?

   As a natural silk, it remains delicate: direct heat sources or harsh, intensive use should be avoided.

4. Can it be used outdoors?

   Yes, but beware of bad weather or friction; it is better suited to controlled or soft-light environments.

5. What other similar broadcasts does Daylight offer?

   The manufacturer also offers options such as Full Silk, Grid Cloth (1/4, 1/2, Full) or muslin fabrics for other levels or diffusion effects.

Highlights of the Daylight China Silk White Canvas:

• Medium diffusion (~1 stop) for soft light with structure

• Charming ambient bounce, perfect for portraits or organic atmospheres

• Lightweight and compact, easily handled on a frame

• Available in 6×6 (1.8×1.8 m), 8×8 (2.4×2.4 m), 12×12 (3.6×3.6 m), larger sizes available upon request

• A warm and flattering finish, ideal for skin tones or natural scenes.