Upholstery Fabrics at a Glance: Which Fabric Is Right for You?

The fabric determines how a piece of furniture feels, how it looks and how easy it is to care for in everyday life. But which upholstery fabric is right for you? In this overview, we introduce you to the most popular covers – from on-trend bouclé and cosy corduroy to elegant leather – along with their strengths, care tips and who they suit best.

Bouclé – the Trendy Snuggle Fabric

You can recognise bouclé by its fine, curly looped texture. The fabric looks soft, light and elegant and has been THE trend of recent years. It goes perfectly with Scandinavian and modern interiors.
Care: vacuum regularly, remove fluff carefully; sensitive to cats' claws.
Ideal for: anyone who likes things cosy and stylish. Discover our bouclé furniture.

Corduroy – Cosy with Retro Charm

Ribbed corduroy brings warmth, texture and a touch of retro into your home. Particularly attractive in beige, cognac or green, corduroy is pleasantly soft yet hard-wearing.
Care: vacuum in the direction of the pile; unfussy in everyday use.
Ideal for: cosy living rooms with character. Take a look at our corduroy furniture.

Velvet – Elegant and Luxurious

Velvet shimmers in the light and feels wonderfully soft. Deep shades such as petrol, emerald or bordeaux look especially refined.
Care: groom with a soft brush in the direction of the pile; pressure marks can usually be brushed out.
Ideal for: a luxurious statement. Head over to our velvet furniture.

Linen – Natural and Light

Linen is a breathable natural fabric with a relaxed, light look in calm tones – perfect for an easy-going, natural style.
Care: vacuum regularly; may crease slightly with use (that's part of its charm).
Ideal for: natural and Scandinavian interiors. Discover our linen furniture.

Woven Fabric – the Easy-Care All-Rounder

Flat-woven fabrics are robust, breathable and fuss-free – the classic choice for families, available in countless colours.
Care: vacuum, treat stains promptly.
Ideal for: everyday life with children. You'll find plenty of them in our sofa collection.

Leather – Durable and Easy to Care For

Leather is hard-wearing, wipe-clean and ages with character – every piece becomes more beautiful over the years.
Care: wipe down, treat occasionally with leather conditioner; keep out of direct sunlight.
Ideal for: households with children and pets. Take a look at our leather furniture.

Which Fabric Is Right for You?

• Pets & children: leather or easy-care woven fabric – wipe-clean and robust.
• Cosiness: bouclé or corduroy – soft and inviting.
• Luxury look: velvet – elegant and richly coloured.
• Natural style: linen – light and calm.

General Care Tips

Whatever the fabric: vacuum your cover regularly, treat stains as soon as possible (blot first, don't rub) and follow the manufacturer's care instructions. A removable, washable cover makes cleaning a great deal easier.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which upholstery fabric is the easiest to care for?
Leather and microfibre are particularly fuss-free – wipe-clean and resistant to stains.

Which fabric is suitable for pets?
Leather or robust woven fabric. Steer clear of bouclé if your cat likes to scratch.

Is velvet difficult to care for?
No – regular brushing in the direction of the pile is usually enough, and pressure marks can be brushed out.

Conclusion

There is no single “best” upholstery fabric – it all depends on your style and your everyday life. If you like things cosy, bouclé and corduroy are ideal; velvet delivers an elegant look; and if you need something easy to care for, go for leather or woven fabric. Browse our sofas and armchairs now and find the cover that's right for you.