While so many chair upholstery fabrics are available in the market, how do you know to choose the right one? Don’t worry! Just continue reading and you’ll get to know what type of sofa upholstery type would be better for your home.
Leather Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Looks luxurious
- Comfortable to sit on
- Lasts for decades with proper care
- Hypoallergenic—does not collect dirt and dust mites
- Very easy to clean
Cons:
- The manufacturing of leather sofas involves animal cruelty
- Full-grain leather is the most expensive one to buy
- Not puncture resistant
- It takes 25 to 40 years to decompose the leather
- Leather can get cracked when exposed to high heat for longer
Suede Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- More comfortable and softer than leather
- The appearance of suede is somewhat similar to leather and it is cost-effective
Cons:
- Water absorbent
- Prone to damage because of its soft nature
- Prone to stains, therefore requires a protective covering
Cotton Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Breathable
- Machine washable
- Canvas weaves are the most durable types
- The material is not sensitive to static discharge
Cons:
- Can get wrinkled easily
- Possesses affinity for sunlight and moisture
- Highly flammable
- Can wear and tear easily
- Gets fade with prolonged exposure to sunlight
Wool Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Resistant to fading
- Strong, durable, and long-lasting
- Fire-resistant
Cons:
- Wool when not blended with other fibers is very difficult to clean
- Feels a little scratchy and rough
- Wool sofa upholstery can harbor moths
Linen Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Lustrous
- Resistant to soiling
- Smooth and soft to the touch
- The materials don’t pill
Cons:
- Susceptible to stains and spills
- Requires dry cleaning only
- Gets fade over time
Silk Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Gives royal look to your sofas and other pieces of furniture
- Insect and mold resistant
- Soft to the touch
- Hypo-allergenic in nature
Cons:
- You cannot clean silk upholstery at home. It requires special cleaning.
- Stains quickly
- Not ideal for everyday use
- Difficult to clean and maintain
- Fibers can get damaged from excessive exposure to sunlight
Velvet Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Comes in an exclusive range of colors
- Ultra-soft and comfortable
- The material renders a plush look
Cons:
- Expensive
- Not ideal for rough use
- Velvet can get damaged by heat
- Very difficult to clean at home
- It attracts animal hair
Synthetic Sofa Upholstery Materials
Rexine Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Budget-friendly
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Cruelty-free
Cons:
- Rexine can tear easily
- Not suitable for humid and hot climates as it retains heat
- Highly inflammable
Artificial Leather Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Cruelty-free
- Cost-effective
- Gives an elegant look just like natural leather
Cons:
- Not eco–friendly material. It can release cancer-causing agents during its manufacturing.
Faux Suede Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Easy to clean
- Easy to maintain
- Soft to the touch
- Durable
- Cruelty-free
- Cost-effective than genuine suede
Cons:
- When rubbed with water, the material gets prone to discoloration
- Requires specific cleaning techniques
Microsuede/ Microfiber Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Easy to clean
- Repels water
- Machine washable
- Breathable
- Available in a wide range of colors
- Cost-effective than real suede
- Lightweight
- Pet-friendly
Cons:
- Prone to trap dust particles
- Not versatile in patterns and textures
- Susceptible to fire accidents
Olefin f Sofa Upholstery
Pros:
- Olefin fibers are recyclable
- Doesn’t require special cleaning
- Possesses good resistance to abrasion
- Strong and light
- Chemical, moisture, and mildew resistant
Cons:
- Olefin is highly heat-sensitive. Therefore it is not ideal for outdoor sofa furniture.
- After cleaning, it requires being tumble dried or line dried under a shade
We hope this guide helps you choose the right sofa upholstery fabric! Check out Desace for high quality custom sofa services in Singapore.
