Your Go-To Fabric Guide for Made to Order Upholstery
One of the most exciting parts about finding a new piece of furniture to welcome into your home is deciding which upholstery will best suit the style, color palette, and purpose of your space. The same sofa or accent chair can bring a whole new look and feel to a room, simply by changing the fabric color or texture, which can offer a lot of versatility and creative nuance to your interior design! With each workshop partner offering hundreds of different fabrics to choose from, not to mention additional preferences like texture, pattern, and maintenance to consider, the Urban Natural team is here to make the entire process of customizing your upholstery easy and enjoyable!
Explore, Discover, and Experience Your Fabric Options
To start, you may already have your eye on a particular piece of furniture, in which case, you can always begin by browsing the specific upholstery options available for that item. If you find a few you like, but are still on the fence, don’t worry! We’ll send complimentary fabric swatches straight to your door so you can get a sense for which ones look and feel most “at home” in your space. On the other hand, maybe you haven’t already picked out a specific piece of furniture; in this case, you might like to learn more about the various fabric styles and select one that meets your taste and lifestyle preferences. Here are some of the types of upholstery fabric you can discover:
Crypton Performance Fabrics
Renowned for their incredible durability and resistance to stains, spills, and odors, these innovative fabrics are easy to clean, making them especially ideal for homes with pets or small children. Crypton Fabrics are also eco-friendly, and available in a variety of different textures and patterns, so your kid and pup-friendly sofa doesn’t have to be any less comfortable, stylish, or sustainable to enjoy!
Performance Fabrics
Linen And Cotton Fabrics
If you’re looking for a fabric with an undeniably natural and relaxed appeal, cotton or linen might be the right fit. One of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly fibers, 100% linen gives a laid back feel to furniture and bedding, while cotton (or a cotton/linen combination) can bring out a soft elegance for any dining chair seating, or sofa cushions.
Linens & Cottons
Velvets
Iconic for the sense of glamor and sophistication they offer, velvet upholstery can be a beautiful statement choice for a vintage-inspired piece or a cozy complement for a favorite reading nook chair. Soft and inviting, velvets add depth and dimension to living room spaces while making them feel unique and timeless.
Velvets
Patterned Fabrics
Showcasing a few pops of color within a patterned upholstery choice is a great opportunity to personalize a space,andan easy way to get expressive with your interior design style. Explore our patterned fabric collection and find the right print to make your home feel more thoughtfully curated.
Patterns
Textured Weaves
Another way to add dimension and color variation to your room’s aesthetic is to upholster a piece of furniture with a textured weave fabric. These include fabrics like bouclé, basketweave, chenille, and tweed, all of which can bring a textural richness to a more neutral color palette and lend a sense of warmth to minimalist or structured design.
Textured Weaves
Leather
Nothing gives quite the same sense of enduring charm and rustic luxury as leather. Premium quality leather will also soften over time, making it the perfect choice to make a piece of furniture feel timeless, organic, and more personalized to you and your space. The grade and color of your leather can also make a difference between a cozier, more lived-in aesthetic and one that feels more structured and dramatic.
Leather
When in Doubt, Shop Best Sellers or Ask our Experts!
Don’t forget that sometimes the best way to make a decision when it comes to fabric for your furniture is to ask for a little guidance. You never know what kind of inspiration you might find from just exploring some of our bestselling upholstery looks this season, especially if you haven’t decided on a piece of furniture yet. You can also work with one of our expert designers to brainstorm ideas on everything from the fabric for your next sofa to the layout of a larger design project. We’ll help you find upholstery combinations that work well together and that elevate the specific pieces you’re considering, too. Reach out to schedule a complimentary consultation today, and we look forward to working with you soon!
