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Fabric is the face of furniture that touches the skin, the most sensitive layer that determines the atmosphere of a room. The comfort of an armchair, the warmth of a headboard, the inviting elegance of a dining chair — all are hidden in the choice of fabric. Turkey, with its textile heritage beginning from Bursa silk and Denizli cotton, is one of the world's most established countries in this field.
Boucle: From the French for "curled," boucle is a weave with a knotted, textural structure. After gaining fame through Chanel's iconic jackets in the 1950s, it revolutionized interior furniture as well. Boucle armchairs and chairs add warmth and texture to minimal spaces. Produced in wool or wool-polyester blend forms, it is durable, though those with pets should exercise care due to its susceptibility to pet hair and snagging.
Velvet: With its short, dense pile that creates depth and movement under light, velvet is the tactile equivalent of luxury. It can be produced from cotton, silk or synthetic fibers. Furniture velvets are typically polyester-blended with 50,000+ Martindale abrasion resistance. It presents its most striking appearance in deep colors — emerald, burgundy, navy. The "crushing" effect from pile direction changes is natural and should not be considered a defect.
Linen: This natural fabric derived from flax fibers is known for its breathability and organic texture. It feels cool in summer while providing warmth in winter. Natural wrinkling tendency is a characteristic feature of linen furniture, creating a relaxed, lived-in aesthetic. Furniture linens are typically blended with cotton or polyester to enhance durability.
Performance Fabrics: Developed by brands such as Crypton and Sunbrella, performance fabrics feature stain resistance, waterproofing and UV resistance. Ideal for families with children, hotels and commercial spaces, these fabrics support practical living without compromising aesthetics. They can achieve very high abrasion resistance reaching 100,000+ Martindale values.
The Martindale abrasion test measures how much friction a fabric surface can withstand. A minimum of 25,000 Martindale cycles is expected for furniture fabrics. For premium furniture fabrics, this value should be between 40,000 and 80,000. For commercial use, 100,000+ is required.
At Archidecors, we select all upholstery fabrics at a minimum of 50,000 Martindale — proof that beauty and durability can coexist.
Pilling is the formation of small fiber balls on the fabric surface due to friction. Natural fibers (wool, cotton) show greater pilling tendency than synthetics. However, in quality production, anti-pilling treatments minimize this issue. To prevent pilling, it is recommended to regularly clean the fabric surface with a fabric shaver and avoid excessive friction.
As a general rule, dust furniture fabrics weekly with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner's upholstery attachment. When a stain occurs, treat immediately with cold water and a mild neutral detergent — hot water sets stains. Professional dry cleaning or steam cleaning is recommended once a year. Avoid direct sunlight; UV causes fading particularly in dark colors.
Pay attention to the specific cleaning codes for each fabric type: W (water-based), S (solvent-based), or WS (both). These codes are typically indicated on the fabric's label or technical data sheet.
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