Furnishing Fabric Fashion January/February 2019

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Furnishing Fabric Fashion
TThe upholstery fabric for your furniture is not a small investment—you don’t
want to change it a few months after the you purchase it. If you choose the
wrong material, you’ll have to be battling snags and stains after a short time.
If you make a mistake on the color or pattern, you’ll be in trouble with the
harmony in the place you use it. So, before you pick your new upholstery
fabric, you should consider terms of durability, comfort, and style. The fabric
of an upholstered piece is the most visible sign of quality and style. Upholstery
fabric also is the part most likely to show wear and soil. So, when
choosing upholstery, you should be aware of its durability, cleanability, and
resistance to soil and fading. Here’s how to zero in on a fabric choice you’ll
be happy to live with for years.
The first thing that comes to mind when you are thinking about buying
upholstered furniture is usually what color to pick. It’s usually the biggest
factor in fabric selection. But while color is important, other factors are
equally important.
As you shop for an upholstery fabric, consider first how you live and who
will use the piece the item. This will help guide you on the type of material
to choose. You may love the look of that silk velvet, but it will quickly get
destroyed in a house with kids or pets. Pieces in high-traffic areas, such as
family or living rooms, will need durable fabrics, while furniture that doesn’t
get as much wear and tear, such as a bedroom settee or headboard, can
sport any type of textile.