Cath Bond - Art Online

Understanding the textile world – Popular home furnishing fabrics

Monday, 13 March, 2006 - 14:43

I’ve been researching examples of modern furnishing fabric and here are examples of the three most popular that I have found:


Imitation fur style fabric
Faux fur is very in vogue at the moment, and has grown in popularity over the last year or two. In fact, a testament to its popularity is its existence in large food stores such as ASDA and Sainsbury. It combines a low price with an expensive looking effect, and a range of colours and patterns can be produced.

The composition of this koala throw is 100% Modacrylic with 100% Polyester backing. Lining 100% Polyester/Taffeta.

Imitation silk style fabric

Another popular fabric I’ve noticed in interior home furnishing is a shiny colourful material often used for cushion covers. Again, it gives the impression of looking like expensive silk but it is an imitation made from 100% polyester or a combination of 70% nylon/ 30% rayon.


The designs on these fabrics are always contemporary or oriental. I like the richness of colour. It’s perfect for a throw or a cushion as it doesn’t overpower – it adds just enough extra to finish off a room.


Chenile
This is a fabric I don’t like at all, but is very popular in home furnishing.

This bedspread is made from 80% polyester 20% rayon, and was made in China:

Author: cath
Categories: textiles, interior fabrics,
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