Scotchgard - upholstery furniture fabric

What is anti-vandal fabric for a sofa

The peculiarity of the fabric is that it is much stronger than other materials. Dense structure, wear-resistant and well tolerates various mechanical damage - cuts and scratches. It practically does not absorb liquids, dirt and grease, which is why it is popular for upholstering upholstered kitchen furniture.

Anti-vandal fabric is durable and resistant to stains.

Anti-vandal fabric has the following characteristics:

• The dense weave of the threads will guarantee protection and resistance to abrasion, and therefore provide a much longer service life.
• The rigid structure does not allow animals to firmly cling to the fabric, so there are no puffs left on it.
• Resistance to deformation and exposure to sunlight allows you to look aesthetically pleasing for a long time, without signs of sagging or fading.
• The water-repellent Teflon coating prevents moisture from being absorbed, as well as dirt and grease from settling on the surface and getting into the fabric.

Anti-vandal fabric has a dense structure and a water-repellent coating.
Anti-vandal fabric is easy to clean, and the slippery surface leaves no chance for animals to damage the material.

Chenille

This fabric is also distinguished by its ability to resist the claws and teeth of pets. The composition contains an equal amount of natural and artificial fibers, which are woven together in a spiral. The fabrics are formed from threads laid transversely and longitudinally. Thus, the material acquires high density and, accordingly, resistance to wear. The amount spent on upholstery made of such fabric will be moderate. At the same time, chenille will delight not only with its ability to maintain its attractive original appearance, despite regular mechanical stress. Its advantages also include a variety of colors, decorative motifs, and a pleasant-to-touch structure. “Anti-claw” (fabric): characteristics In conclusion, let’s look at the general qualities of furniture upholstery materials with the “anti-claw” effect. Here it is worth noting the following: frequent, dense weave of threads; the presence of short villi; wear resistance; poor visual visibility of damage. As a result, as you can see, fabrics with an “anti-claw” effect include fairly dense, wear-resistant types of upholstery. The above types of fabrics do not wear out over time, do not require careful and regular care, and bald spots do not form on their outer surface. Therefore, the presented materials are so in demand among pet lovers.

Types of fabrics

The choice of anti-vandal fabric is huge, there is a range of colors and a variety of prints to suit every taste, so you can choose the right option for any interior. Depending on the base, the material is divided into two categories.

There are two categories of material: woven and non-woven.

The following types are distinguished on a non-woven basis:

1. Faux suede. It practically does not differ in appearance from natural material, but is stronger, more durable and affordable. The disadvantages include the difficulty of maintenance: wet cleaning is not advisable.
2. Relax. Elastic polymer-based material with a protective layer. There are several types. Joy is similar in quality to flock, lakshmi is similar to leather, looks expensive and respectable, soft and velvety eureka, easy to clean.
3. Flock. Consists of a dense non-woven base and fine dense pile. It is most often used for upholstery because it cleans easily and is pleasant to the touch.

The material on a woven basis is distinguished by a dense weave of threads. The main advantage is hypoallergenicity. Other advantages include durability, aesthetic appearance and pleasant tactile properties. This category includes:

1. Chenille. Eco-friendly and pleasant to the touch, attractive in appearance. But it has low anti-vandal qualities and can only be cleaned dry.
2. Jacquard. Available in a huge selection of colors and patterns. Varieties: thermal jacquard and scotchgard. They differ in production technology and the presence of impregnation.
3. Tapestry. Natural dense fabric, with a large selection of prints. The disadvantages include the high cost of the material.
4. Microfiber. Material with close weaving and Teflon impregnation. Externally similar to suede, well breathable, moisture resistant.

When choosing anti-vandal fabric, first of all you should pay attention to the performance characteristics, and only then you can choose any color you like.

Upholstery can be found in almost any color.

What's the composition?

Flock consists of a dense base and a coating of pile applied to it. In appearance it can easily be confused with velor, but flock has a lower cost and better wear resistance. In terms of composition, a mixed fabric is considered optimal, where the base is made of cotton with a slight addition of polyester (for elasticity), and the pile is completely synthetic. “Crash” tests have shown that flock, whose composition includes 25% cotton and 75% synthetics, is better resistant to mechanical damage, ultraviolet radiation and creasing. An exclusively cotton composition is suitable only for gentle use, and polyamide flock fades. To make the upholstery resistant to ultraviolet radiation, sharp teeth and claws of pets, buy a mixed flock consisting of both cotton and synthetics.

The best manufacturers

Manufacturers present high-quality materials in a wide range. The pricing policy does not differ significantly, while the material is endowed with good performance characteristics at an affordable price for the consumer.

The market offers a large selection of vandal-proof fabric manufacturers.

Anti-claw

Anti-claw fabrics for upholstery are materials impregnated with Teflon. These include microfiber, relax, scotchgard and others. The most common material is flock. It comes in polyamide, polyester or viscose.

Its advantages are the following:

• wear resistance;
• fast recovery;
• softness;
• ease of care;
• according to the Martindale test from 20,000 cycles;
• various colors.

Anti-claw fabrics are Teflon-impregnated, which provides them with increased wear resistance.
The disadvantages include increased electrostaticity and a tendency to stretch - folds and waves can form over time. The average price is 760 rubles per linear meter.

Verona

Canvases from Verona are suitable for any room; bright colors allow you to choose interesting options for children's rooms. Velor is very popular. The base composition includes polyester and nylon. The backing is polyester and cotton. The fiber composite is Teflon.

The advantages are:

• pleasant texture;
• hypoallergenic;
• resistance to damage;
• according to the Martindale test up to 100,000 cycles;
• rich tones.

Verona fabrics come in a variety of colors and are suitable for any room.
The disadvantages include the following features: it quickly collects and absorbs dust, and can also bend in different directions, which spoils the appearance. The cost of the material ranges from 890 rubles.

Galaxy

The collection is represented by a wide range of anti-vandal microfiber made of 100% polyester, with good texture and tactile properties. Advantages:

• environmental friendliness (use of water-based glue);
• good water-repellent properties;
• Martindale test 30,000 cycles;
• wear resistance.

Galaxy material is made from anti-vandal microfiber, usually in neutral colors.
Among the shortcomings, we can highlight the neutral color scheme, which is more suitable for a classic interior. But in combination with decor from other materials in bright colors it can create an excellent composition. The price per linear meter starts from 528 rubles.

Panda

The brand presents premium anti-vandal velor. Thanks to its environmental friendliness and breathable structure, it is ideal for children's and living rooms. The advantages are as follows:

• luxurious look;
• high strength and tear resistance;
• does not fade and is tolerant to temperature changes;
• excellent density - 590 g/m2;
• hypoallergenic;
• Martindale test: 60,000 cycles.

Panda fabrics are made from velor and require special care.
The cost of the material is 740 rubles per linear meter. The disadvantages include the peculiarities of the pile characteristic of velor and the delicacy of care. Such material cannot be cleaned with alcohol-containing products or aggressive stain removers.

Tips and tricks for choosing

Before purchasing, you should determine the tactile sensations from contact with the fabric, so as not to experience discomfort later. The sample you like must be inspected for defects or defects.

The material should cause a pleasant tactile sensation.

Among the main characteristics are:

• Density. This indicator is considered good if its value is from 200 g/m.
• Martindale abrasion test, which is performed to determine the strength of a material. The method is that the fabric is mechanically affected until torn threads or visible changes in texture appear. For upholstery material used at home, the number of abrasion cycles should not be lower than 7000.
• Environmentally friendly. The use of harmless water-based adhesives, natural and safe artificial fabrics is important if there are children or allergy sufferers in the house.
• Easy to care for. The ability to wash the covers in a washing machine or use various detergents and stain removers will make cleaning the furniture much easier for the owner.
• Resistant to high temperatures, moisture, sunlight, alcohol and other agents.

The material must have certain characteristics.
You should also consider the safety of the material, since some of them may cause allergic reactions or are undesirable for children's furniture.

Important! It is better to buy anti-vandal fabric from trusted manufacturers. First you need to study the quality certificate, which indicates the composition in percentage terms.

Furniture suede Tulsa

This is a triple, that is, three-layer fabric. The top layer of this furniture fabric is microfiber, with unique abrasion resistance, Martindale test 83,000 cycles. This fabric has a coating that repels water and dirt. This coating makes it possible to successfully use this upholstery fabric in products with increased use. It performs well in public spaces, hotels, restaurants and cafes, and withstands the conditions of open verandas remarkably well. Furniture suede is easy to clean.

One of the layers of fabric is thin foam rubber, which helps the fabric on the furniture keep its shape very well. The fabric is easy to work with and the stitching looks great on it.

All these qualities of the fabric make it indispensable for the manufacture of household and office furniture in various styles, from classic to modern. It is also used for finishing yachts and saunas, tuning car interiors, and sewing seat covers.

Furniture microfiber

Opera

This is a fairly common upholstery fabric, which is made from polyester fibers, known for its practicality. Its advantages are wear resistance; hypoallergenic - microfiber fibers do not accumulate tiny parasites that cause allergies, so absolutely everyone can use the fabric, it is safe for health; pleasant and soft to the touch; Great decorative potential - any colors are possible, and the fabric does not fade. Material resistant to pet claws/

Stella is a new collection of printed microfiber. The pattern applied to its surface imitates the interesting, heterogeneous texture of matting. However, the matting is quite delicate; it is easy to damage the surface of the fabric if there are pets in the house. When using the Stela collection, you don’t have to worry about this thanks to the high technological characteristics of microfiber.

Galaxy Vivat Polo

How to care for furniture made from anti-vandal fabric

Most of these fabrics can be washed and cleaned with detergents, others require delicate handling. In any case, it is not recommended to apply alcohol-based cleaners and stain removers directly to furniture upholstery. The reaction can be checked on a separate section.

Do not use aggressive products to clean the sofa.

General care recommendations are as follows:

1. It is better to remove stains with a soap solution or a special solution dissolved in water with a soft sponge.
2. Do not use chlorine-containing products such as “Belizna”, as they can damage the structure. “Vanish Gold” and “Amway” do an excellent job of cleaning delicate and colored fabrics.
3. You can use folk remedies: laundry soap, a solution of ammonia with lemon juice and starch.
4. Periodically clean the woven surface from cat hair and dust with a vacuum cleaner.

Old stains and prolonged exposure to liquids on the upholstery should not be allowed - in this case, it will lose its presentable appearance much earlier, and it will be much more difficult to remove stains.

Attention! There are special care instructions and restrictions on the label, so we recommend that you read it carefully.

Customer Reviews

The most common material used for furniture upholstery is flock. It is affordable and has high performance qualities. Covers for sofas and armchairs made of tapestry, jacquard and velor are also often purchased. Buyers who have already experienced all the advantages of anti-vandal fabric are willing to share their impressions.

• Svetlana, Moscow. “Our family’s favorite is the Siamese cat Musya. Although we bought her a scratching post, she liked scratching the upholstery of the sofa most of all, and in the end it was badly damaged. We had to change the upholstery; for this we chose chocolate-colored flock. For several years now, Musya has lost interest in him - her claws slide along the upholstery without clinging, and she doesn’t really like it.
• Irina, Yoshkar-Ola. When we bought a milky-colored sofa for the living room, there were no children in our family. After the birth of the child, we began to think about how to protect the furniture from contamination. We were recommended to buy covers made of anti-vandal fabric. I want to say that this is a great thing. You can always take it off and wash it, and the sofa remains like new, despite the fact that Vanechka always spills something on it.

The impregnated material protects not only from animal claws, but also from contamination caused by children.
Despite their high performance qualities, anti-vandal materials require proper care and respect. By following simple rules, you can significantly extend the service life of this high-quality material.