Hundreds of indoor and outdoor fabrics — Sunbrella® and Agora® performance weaves, plush velvets, soft chenilles and natural linens — chosen for durability, easy care, and lasting colour.
Also known as the “Rub Test”, the Martindale rating measures a fabric’s abrasion resistance — the number of rubs it withstands before showing wear. The higher the number, the heavier the everyday use a fabric can handle, which makes it a quick, reliable way to judge whether a fabric suits a decorative pillow, a family sofa cushion, or a high-traffic seat.
| Rating | Suitable for |
|---|---|
| 6,000–10,000 | Decorative accessories only. Not suitable for heavy use. |
| 10,000–15,000 | Light domestic use. Made from delicate yarns; should be dry cleaned. |
| 15,000–25,000 | General residential use. Recommended for everyday use. |
| 25,000–30,000 | Heavy-duty fabrics. Best for main furniture subjected to high levels of everyday use. |
| 30,000+ | Ideal for commercial usage. |
For most home cushions we recommend fabrics rated 15,000 and above, and 25,000+ for seating used every day. Many of our performance collections — including Sunbrella®, Agora®, and our polyester velvets — are rated well beyond this, with several exceeding 50,000 rubs, so they hold up to years of indoor and outdoor use. Where a collection’s rating is known, you’ll find it listed in that collection’s highlights above.
Start with where you’ll use it — indoor or outdoor. For outdoor use, go with our performance fabrics from Sunbrella® and Agora®. Then consider the Martindale rating based on how often it will be used, and finally pick the design, colour, and pattern that match your décor.
Yes. Swatches are available for most fabrics — contact our customer support and we’ll help you get samples of the fabrics you’re considering.
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is a globally standardized, independent testing and certification system for textiles that verifies a material is free from harmful chemicals.
Yes, we provide swatches for most fabrics on our website. They let you assess the texture, opacity, and softness before you buy, and are available at a nominal cost with same-day or next-day shipping.
Durability varies by fabric, but most cushion fabrics are made to be durable and long-lasting, with resistance to fading, stains, mold, and mildew. Care instructions differ by fabric, so check the specific fabric’s care guide before purchasing.
Velvet is a high-end, richly textured fabric — soft and plush with a smooth, luxurious feel. We offer plain, embossed, and ribbed velvet textures in polyester compositions.
Our stain-resistant options include Sunbrella®, Agora®, the Blue Sky series, and the Comfort collections. These hi-tech fabrics are easy to clean and don’t absorb spills and stains.
No, we don’t carry real leather for cushions, but a high-grade faux leather is available.