Different types of upholstery fabric for furniture

There are lots of fabrics to choose from

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covering your furniture?

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Various types of

upholstery fabrics

and their uses.

There are fabrics made up of natural fiber and manmade fibers

Natural – Cotton, Cotton blend, leather, linen, Silk, Wool, Man made – Acetate and Triacetate Acrylic Rayon Vinyl

Cotton durable, easy to clean, This natural fiber provides

good resistance to wear, fading and pilling

Cotton blendFor everyday use, it’s a good idea to apply a stain-

resistant finish

Leather: This tough material comes in many colors and finishes and develops more character and

softness with age

Linen: This fabric is best suited for formal living rooms or adult areas. it won't withstand heavy wear, linen

does resist pilling and fading

Wool: Wool and wool blends offer good resistance to pilling, fading, wrinkling, and soil

Rayon: Developed as an imitation silk. High-quality

rayon very practical for upholstery

Vinyl: Vinyl is a practical choice for busy family rooms and children’s

furniture

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