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WHAT TYPE OF FABRIC TO USE FOR SOFA ?
When it comes to sofa, you might be a little confused on what type of fabric you’re looking for. Choosing an sofa fabric can be difficult with so many options nowadays. You could source natural fabrics or synthetics but choosing a fabric for the right situation will ensure a longer lifespan of your furniture. Let’s explore the popular sofa fabric options!
NATURAL FABRICS
Natural fabrics are usually favored by someone looking for the softest, less performance based feel to their furniture. Cotton, silk, wool, leather, and linen are some of the popular natural sofa fabrics.
COTTON
Cotton is the most widely used natural fiber and is the cheapest. With comfort and stability, cotton is meant to provide a soft feel to your furniture. Cotton is great for durability and resistance to fading but is a susceptible to stains. Cotton is not the best choice for everyday use furniture due to the fact it can stain easily and catches dust and dirt.
WOOL
Wool is very durable and sturdy when put to the test. It is very resistant to pilling and staining making it a great choice for high traffic area. Downside of wool is when it gets wet, it can have an odor to it that’s hard to get rid of.
LEATHER
Probably the most durable fabric for sofa is leather. Leather is a great option for high traffic areas while looking comfy. Leather is also recommended for those who have animals or pets. It is very easy to vacuum hair out of and lasts for a long time.
LINEN
Linen is best for adult only house due to the fact it can wrinkle and stain easily. It’s great because most print fabric is on linen, making intricate designs more affordable. Linen can shrink when washes. It needs it be professionally cleaned to avoid damaging or changing the fabric size.
POLYESTER
Often used with other fibers, Polyester is a great blending fiber with cotton to add wrinkle protection to the fabric. Polyester retains dyes and was an early choice for outdoor sofa set .
