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Velvet: Star Fabric of the Season in Luxury Furniture

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Furniture brands have embraced velvet, making it the star fabric of the season.

Velvet refers to that third extra hair that makes up the fabric, adding to the two warp and weft fibers and providing its characteristic touch of soft depth.

This season, the best international contemporary furniture brands have chosen it to upholster sofas and armchairs, creating a landscape of comfortable yet sophisticated seating.

The most appreciated velvets are made of natural fibers. Currently, 100% smooth cotton velvet is in high demand. IIts matte finish gives it a more understated luxury compared to other types.

It was a luxury fabric that Italian weavers made their own in the Middle Ages and later the Flemish. Today, those made with silk still have the highest prices. Linen, highly prized for classic furniture, offers a rustic watered finish that resembles Chenille.

Today, the best velvets are manufactured in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy. However, high-quality velvets are beginning to be produced in Spain.

Velvets are not exempt from the possibility of being flame-resistant fabrics, giving them an extra layer of safety regarding their reaction to fire.

Velvet Armchairs

PACKAGING SYSTEM

Its method of transport and storage is noteworthy. By looking at its packaging, we can already see that it is an exceptional fabric. It always comes in a horizontal box and is suspended so that no face is supported, and the pile does not get crushed.

Velvet is a very delicate fabric in its handling. Ideally, it should only be rolled once. Whereby it makes the manufacturer.

The number of cycles is a key indicator of its durability. Denser velvets exhibit greater resistance to abrasion. A very good index would be 100,000 cycles. This is the number of times a person can sit and stand up before it starts to change its appearance, showing signs of wear.

HAIR QUALITY

Another very important factor is the quality of the pile, as it influences its appearance and properties. When the pile is vertical and very dense, it undergoes fewer changes in tone and shine. If the direction of the pile goes from side to side, its transformative aspect comes into play, depending on how it responds to light.

It is also a great sound insulator. hat is why it is featured in most theaters and even in the upholstery of their seats.

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