Velvet has always occupied a special place in furnishing and fashion, prized for the way it catches light and softens a room the moment it's touched. Our Exquisite Velvet Fabric takes that heritage and rebuilds it with modern warp-knitting technology, delivering a fabric that performs as well on a daily-use sofa as it does on a designer garment. This guide walks through the construction, technical specifications, manufacturing process, and practical applications of this fabric so designers, upholsterers, and procurement teams can evaluate it with confidence.
What Makes This Velvet "Exquisite"
Unlike woven-pile velvets that rely on a separate backing and pile-weaving loom, our textured velvet is produced on integrated warp-knitting lines, which allows tighter control over pile density and a more consistent hand-feel across the full roll width. The result is a fabric with a dense, upright pile, a soft drape, and a surface that resists crushing and flattening under regular seating pressure — a common weak point in lower-grade velvets.
The fabric sits within our broader Textured Velvet collection, which is engineered primarily for upholstery-grade performance while retaining the softness associated with fashion-grade velvet.
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Series | Textured Velvet |
| Fabric Width | 142 ± 2 cm |
| Basis Weight (GSM) | 360 ± 5% g/m² |
| Construction | Warp-knitted pile velvet |
| Colorway | Trending colors, customizable to buyer specification |
| Typical Use | Sofa and seating upholstery, bedding, drapery, fashion accessories |
| Care | See washing/care icon reference on the product page |
Inside the Manufacturing Process
Fabric quality is decided long before the roll reaches a cutting table. Our production is built on a fully integrated chain — from draw-texturing of the yarn through warp knitting, dyeing, printing, foiling, embossing, and laminating — all managed under one roof at our Haining production base. That vertical integration is what keeps pile height, weight, and color consistent from batch to batch, which matters enormously for large upholstery orders where fabric from different production runs has to match seamlessly across a full furniture line.
Three process stages are worth understanding in more detail:
| Process Stage | Function |
|---|---|
| Draw-Texturing (DTY) | Adds bulk and elasticity to the yarn before knitting, improving pile recovery after compression |
| Warp Knitting | Forms the dense pile surface and stable ground fabric in a single continuous process |
| Embossing & Foiling | Creates surface texture and light-reflective finishes for decorative variants |
| Compounding / Laminating | Bonds backing layers for added stability in upholstery-grade rolls |
Comparing Our Fabric Collections
Textured velvet is one of several fabric lines we produce, and it's worth knowing where it sits relative to our other collections when specifying material for a project.
| Collection | Best Suited For |
|---|---|
| Textured Velvet | Sofas, cushions, everyday upholstery needing durability with a soft hand |
| Artistic Velvet | Statement pieces, decorative accents, higher-pattern designs |
| Versa Print | Custom printed patterns and brand-specific colorways |
| Tech Leather & Fabric | Performance surfaces requiring wipe-clean, leather-like texture |
Where This Fabric Is Used
- Furniture Upholstery: Sofas, armchairs, and cushions benefit from the pile's resistance to crushing and its soft-touch surface.
- Bedding: Bed covers and decorative pillows gain a warmer, more luxurious feel without the stiffness of heavier fabrics.
- Fashion Accessories: The fabric's texture works well for scarves, bags, and small accessory lines.
- Home Décor: Curtains, tablecloths, and throws pick up the same rich surface finish used in upholstery lines.
For a broader look at how our fabrics are specified across furniture and interior projects, see our Application page, and for order-specific support visit our Service page.
Care and Maintenance
| Care Step | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Washing | Check the care label first; most rolls tolerate gentle cold-water machine washing |
| Drying | Air dry when possible; if using a dryer, keep it on low heat to protect pile height |
| Storage | Keep rolls or finished pieces in a cool, dry space away from moisture to prevent mildew |
Quality and Manufacturing Standards
Every roll leaving our facility is produced under a quality system backed by our accredited certifications, which cover environmental, health, and safety standards. Details on our certifications and the company's manufacturing history are available on our About Us page, including our Accredited Certifications section.
Frequently Asked Questions
| Is this fabric suitable for daily-use sofas? | Yes. The 360 g/m² basis weight and dense pile are built for everyday seating durability, not just decorative use. |
| Can colors be customized? | Yes, colorways are customizable beyond the standard trending palette for bulk orders. |
| What width does the fabric come in? | Standard roll width is 142 ± 2 cm. |
| How do I request a sample or quote? | Reach out through our Contact page, or use the inquiry form directly on the product page. |
Get in Touch
To request a sample, discuss bulk pricing, or explore custom colorways of the Exquisite Velvet Fabric, visit our Contact Us page or browse the full Products catalog for related textured and printed fabric lines.
