Fabric for Upholstery Projects – What to Use & When

These are my rundown of the key points for the most popular types of upholstery fabric to help make your decision a bit easier!

Cotton

Cotton is a popular choice for upholstery projects. As most cotton can be washed with soap and water, it’s a common option for cloth covers.

Linen

Linen is made from flax and it is an incredibly versatile natural fibre. It’s smooth, soft, and naturally lustrous.

Polyester

Polyester upholstery fabric is very comfortable, smooth, and quick to clean.

Chenille

Chenille can be made from cotton but more commonly for upholstery projects it will be made from synthetics including poly-blends.

Leather

Great for homes and public spaces, leather upholstery can look incredible and it is known for being hard wearing.

Rayon

Rayon is a fibre manufactured from wood chips. It’s very inexpensive and is often mixed with other fabrics.

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