If you are starting an upholstery project, the first thing you will have to do is choose the right fabric. This can be a tough decision, given the many different fabrics available. Swanky Fabrics has beautiful upholstery fabric in the form of both Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric, each with its own patterns and benefits. They are the perfect place to get started when looking for upholstery fabrics.

In general, upholstery fabrics can be split into two broad categories: natural and synthetic fabrics. Within each category, there are a wide range of fabrics, each with their own texture, advantages and disadvantages. Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric have lines of almost every kind of fabric available, but here is some quick information to help you decide which is right for your next project.

                                  

Natural Upholstery Fabrics

Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric each come in natural fibers, which offer some distinct advantages. Here are the most common:

Linen: Light, soft to the touch, and classic, linen is a common fabric for upholstery. It wrinkles easily, however, so it is best for products that do not get regular use. Thankfully, it is also resistant to pilling and fading.

Cotton: Highly resistant to wear, fading, and pilling, cotton has long been a popular choice for a number of reasons. It is commonly blended with other fabrics to make it even more hardy. Look for canvas for extra durability.

Wool: Sturdy, durable and resistant to fading, wrinkling and soiling, wool is a bit pricier but often worth the investment. Consider it for projects that you want to last for a long time, or for ones that will see regular use. Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric are the perfect choice for quality wool.

Silk: One of the most delicate fabrics available, silk does not do well when wet but is one of the smoothest, softest fabrics available. If you are using silk for your project, it is best if the project will stay far away from potential spills and soiling.

Synthetic Upholstery Fabrics

Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric also all come in synthetic varieties. Here is a breakdown of the benefits of the most common synthetic upholstery fabrics available:

Acrylic: Developed as imitation wool, it resists soiling, fading, and wrinkling but can also be subject to pilling. The trick to using acrylic is to choose a high-quality product, like those offered by Kravet upholstery fabrics and Robert Allen upholstery fabrics.

Nylon: You rarely find nylon on its own for upholstery fabric, but you can find it blended with others for increased durability and reducing wrinkles.

Polyester: Polyester is like nylon in that it is often blended with other fabrics to increase wrinkle resistance and durability. Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric all have products that feature polyester blends.

Swanky fabrics has a large selection of upholstery fabrics that will suit your needs. Whether you are looking for the soft, familiar touch of a natural fabric or the durability of a synthetic one, we have a full line of Kravet upholstery fabric and Robert Allen upholstery fabric from which to choose.