Performance Fabrics
Performance Fabrics are resistant or repellent to things such as wrinkles, spills and environmental conditions. Learn more about performance fabrics.
At one point performance fabrics were mostly limited to outdoor furniture. Today, these fabrics are available in such a wide variety from traditional performance-fabric makers like Crypton and Sunbrella, as well as other brands just entering the market. In fact, almost every upholstery manufacturer here at Willis Furniture has a performance fabric option.
Designers and homeowners can now find performance linens, velvets and other fabrics in a wide range of styles and at a wide range of prices, from budget-friendly to luxury. Different fabric types offer different levels of spill, wrinkle or soil protection, depending on a homeowner’s needs. For example, there are versions for the person who does not mind liquids soaking through the fabric but want a piece that’s easy to clean.
At the other end of the spectrum, heavier-duty fabrics that don’t allow anything to permeate them can be a smart choice for high-traffic areas. In those cases, there’s still a bit of a trade-off for the high level of protection: a less cushy feel that’s not for everybody.
The Evolution of Performance Fabrics
The evolution of performance fabrics reflects the evolution of the way people are living. People want their homes to function, particularly as the way they work and live grows increasingly mobile. Instead of the stuffy formal living rooms of the past, these rooms might now be used for actual living, thanks to advances in performance fabrics. Kids and pets are welcome in living rooms now, white sofa and all.
