A glossary of decorative fabrics

If this is your first time choosing fabrics for an interior, the names can feel like jargon. Below are the ones that actually show up most often in our workshop.

Linen

The most universal fabric in the natural palette. At 180-220 g/m² it's perfect for living-room curtains; at 280+ g/m² it works as heavy upholstery and ceiling-to-floor drapery.

• Pros: natural, breathable, ages beautifully.
• Cons: wrinkles heavily - which we don't see as a flaw.

Cotton

The most "neutral" fabric. It accepts any colour and has a stable, predictable structure.

• Lighter weights → cushions, throws.
• Heavier (350+ g/m²) → upholstery, screens.

Wool

A classic of formal interiors. Excellent thermal and acoustic properties.

• Boiled wool → dining chairs.
• Bouclé → lounge chairs, upholstered panels.

Velour and velvet

For interiors that need to "speak loudly". Ideal for accent chairs and decorative cushions.

Technical fabrics (outdoor, blackout)

• Blackout - with a light-blocking layer. Required in bedrooms, home cinemas, hotels.
• Outdoor - UV- and moisture-resistant, for terraces and restaurants.

We keep each of these in the workshop as a sample - nothing replaces touch.