There are a variety of upholstery fabrics available, from which upholstered furniture is comprised. Upholstery materials possess different characteristics that ensure their suitability for incorporation into a space. Upholstery fabrics differ vastly in pattern, weight & texture.
Much contemporary upholstery furniture is man-made (synthetic). Some of these synthetics are natural, whilst others are blended with other fibres to produce materials. Their construction may have been of a variety of styles, from a single fibre build to a combination of knitted, flocked or woven materials.
These materials include;
- Printed Cotton
Some of the basic upholstery fibres cleaned by Ambassador ChemDry are explored below. Their positives & negatives are detailed.
Typically utilised in woven velvets & knits, acrylic is lightweight, soft & resistant to sunlight. Holds its shape well & is resistant to abrasions, chemicals & oils. Acrylic is quick drying & commonly used outdoors.
A widely used fibre both in blends & alone. It is absorbent, strong & possesses an attractive colouring. Cotton is easier to clean than other upholstery materials but is vulnerable to heat & sunlight.
A popular material for use with upholstery due to its resilience, durability & soil resistance. The fibre dyes well & is resistant to fading, but does not possess the softness of other upholstery.
Strongest natural fibre, silk offers resilience, luxuriousness & an effective drapability. It can prove expensive however, is prone to water-spots & possesses only a slim resistance to abrasions.
Comprised from sheep fleece, wool is resilient, drapes well & is durable. Wool can prove costly, as silk, but is popular in colder temperatures. Its surface tends to prove attractive to dirt particles.
Ambassador ChemDry clean a variety of upholstery materials, bringing their professionalism, skill & knowledge to each task