Buy upholstery fabrics by the meter online

Are you looking for robust woven fabrics for furniture, upholstery, or creative sewing projects? At GrüneStoffe.de, you will find upholstery fabrics by the meter in various material qualities, colors, patterns, and fabric structures.

Our range includes, among other things, upholstery fabrics made from cotton, linen, and other natural fibers, as well as blended fabrics, synthetic fibers, and selected recycled materials.

For specific applications, we also offer organic upholstery fabrics made from certified fibers. You can find the respective material composition and available certifications directly on the product page.

Upholstery fabrics are also referred to as upholstery textiles, cover fabrics, structural fabrics, or weaves. Depending on the material and construction, they are suitable for covering sofas, armchairs, chairs, and corner benches, as well as for cushions, beanbags, bags, curtains, and other textile projects.

Our range includes both heavy and lighter upholstery fabric qualities. This also includes outdoor fabrics with designated water- or dirt-repellent properties.

Many of our upholstery fabrics are available in modern and classic colors as well as with various patterns. The fabric width varies depending on the product. Upholstery fabrics are often about 140 cm wide, with selected extra-wide qualities up to 280 cm.

The price of our fabrics by the meter refers to one meter. The fabric is usually delivered in one piece.

How are upholstery fabrics manufactured?

Upholstery fabrics are weaves that can be produced in different weave types. These include, for example, plain, twill, or satin weaves.

Fiber materials used include cotton, linen, hemp, wool, and polyester, among others. Depending on the desired product properties, fiber blends can also be used.

Polyester and other synthetic fibers are often used when specific requirements for durability and performance characteristics need to be met. Furthermore, you will find upholstery fabrics in our range made from selected recycled fiber materials, such as recycled polyester or recycled cotton.

Depending on the area of application, upholstery fabrics can be additionally treated or coated. This allows for influencing specific product properties such as water or dirt repellency.

Which properties a fabric actually possesses depends on the respective quality and is stated in the product description.

What are the properties of upholstery fabrics?

Various quality characteristics are relevant when choosing an upholstery fabric. These include, among others:

• Abrasion resistance

• Lightfastness

• Tear strength

• Material stability

• Surface structure

• Care properties

• if applicable, water or dirt repellency

An important test value for upholstery fabrics is the abrasion resistance according to the Martindale method. This tests the resistance of a textile to mechanical stress.

Different requirement areas are often used for orientation. However, the actual suitability of a fabric depends on its construction, material composition, and intended use.

You can find the respective abrasion resistance of our upholstery fabrics directly in the item description.

Lightfastness is also an important quality characteristic. It describes how resistant a fabric's color is to the effects of light.

The assessment is carried out according to the test method on a scale where higher values represent higher lightfastness. You can find the specific rating—if indicated—directly for the respective product.

Polyester and other synthetic fibers can contribute to high abrasion resistance and durability, depending on the construction. That is why we offer natural fibers as well as blended, synthetic, and recycled fiber materials.

What are upholstery fabrics used for?

Depending on their quality, upholstery fabrics are suitable for numerous applications. They are most commonly used for covering furniture.

For example, the following projects can be realized with upholstery fabrics:

• Sofa

• Couch

• Armchair

• Chair

• Corner bench

• Seating furniture

• Seat cushions

• Beanbag

• Bags and backpacks

• Curtains and drapes

• Decorations

Suitable upholstery fabrics can also be used for sewing projects. Depending on the fabric quality, items such as cushion covers, bags, or other accessories can be made.

Upholstery fabrics can be sewn, provided the materials and applications are suitable, or stapled for covering furniture. Which processing method is appropriate depends on the specific fabric and the planned project.

If fabric scraps are created during processing, they can be reused for smaller sewing and upholstery projects, for example.

Upholstery fabrics with unique patterns

In our range, you will find upholstery fabrics for different interior design styles and areas of application. This includes fabrics for living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, and children's rooms, as well as selected outdoor qualities.

Our selection ranges from retro and vintage to shabby chic and minimalism, up to modern and classic country house styles.

Different types of weaves and surfaces are also available. These include, for example, brocade, tapestry, jacquard, velour, and velvet.

Some of our designer fabrics are manufactured in mills in Europe. You can find the respective country of manufacture in the corresponding product information, if this information is available.

Our upholstery fabrics can be combined with various solid-colored and patterned fabrics from our range. Choices include, for example:

• Ornamental patterns

• Classic patterns

• Check/Plaid

• Floral patterns

• Oriental patterns

• Dots

• Patchwork designs

• Solid-colored fabrics

Even solid-colored upholstery fabrics in modern shades like petrol or turquoise offer versatile design possibilities.

Upholstery fabrics in modern and classic colors

Color and pattern play an important role when choosing an upholstery fabric. Whether subtle pastel tones, bold colors, or classic shades—the selection can be adapted to different interior styles.

Popular classic colors include, for example, cream, beige, gray, terracotta, and brown. Bold colors such as blue, yellow, red, or green can also be used as accents.

What should be considered when cutting upholstery fabrics?

When cutting upholstery fabrics, there are a few points to keep in mind.

Pay attention to the grain line and, for patterned fabrics, the pattern and the pattern repeat. Especially with firm or heavy fabrics, a sharp cutting tool can make processing easier.

Depending on the fabric thickness, a good pair of fabric scissors or a rotary cutter is suitable. For very firm qualities, a correspondingly sturdy cutting tool may be required.

What should be considered when sewing upholstery fabrics?

Depending on the material and thickness, upholstery fabrics can be processed with a suitable household sewing machine. For thicker qualities, a denim needle or another needle suitable for heavy fabrics may be useful.

As a guide, depending on fabric thickness, needles of size 90 to 110 can be used, for example. However, the appropriate needle size depends on the material and construction of the specific fabric.

For sewing thread, the requirements of the fabric and the specific project should also be taken into account.

Care tips for upholstery fabrics

Washing

Proper care always depends on the respective material composition and finish of the upholstery fabric. Therefore, you should check the care instructions for the specific product before cleaning.

For furniture covers that are firmly attached to a piece of furniture, machine washing is generally not possible. Depending on the material, dirt can be carefully removed with a suitable damp cloth.

Coated or specially treated upholstery fabrics may have water- or dirt-repellent properties, depending on the product. Here, too, the manufacturer's specifications or the care instructions for the respective product are authoritative.

Not every upholstery fabric is suitable for machine washing. If a fabric is washable, you will find the corresponding wash temperature and the suitable washing procedure in the care instructions.

Drying

You should also follow the care instructions for the specific fabric when drying. Not every upholstery fabric is suitable for the tumble dryer.

Washable fabrics can be dried, for example, lying flat or hanging, depending on the material and care instructions.

Ironing

The appropriate ironing temperature depends on the material composition. Cotton and linen, for example, can withstand different temperatures than blended fabrics or synthetic fibers.

Therefore, always observe the care label and the information on the respective product page.

All information on upholstery fabrics at a glance

• Upholstery fabrics are available in natural fibers, blended fabrics, and synthetic fibers.

• Selected qualities consist of recycled materials.

• Organic upholstery fabrics are available for appropriately labeled products.

• Important product properties can include abrasion resistance, lightfastness, tear strength, and material stability.

• Some outdoor fabrics have designated water- or dirt-repellent properties.

• Specific suitability depends on the material, construction, and finish of the respective fabric.

• Information on material composition, certifications, abrasion resistance, lightfastness, and care can be found directly on the respective product page.

• Care should always be carried out according to the respective care label.