Upholstery Fabrics 101

Here's all you need to know about 18 upholstery fabrics--from brocade to wool.

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Brocade

Brocade is a rather fancy heavy fabric with raised patterns, often floral, that mimic embroidery. It must be tightly woven for upholstery applications and even then is not suitable for constant use because of its tendency to abrade and snag.

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vdjrans7542 wrote:

I HAVE SIX CATS AND THEY HAVE RIPPED MY COUCH.WHAT TYPE OF FABRIC IS SAFE TO REUPHOSTER TO DETER CAT SCRATCHING.

4/21/2010 08:41:09 PM Report Abuse

carmentx6 wrote:

I have Better Homes & Gardens outdoors chairs. Two of them need upholstering, but I don't have a number for the items. What can I do?

3/15/2010 05:58:24 PM Report Abuse

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