Trade Reference Guide — Home Décor Applications
Fabric sits between my ceramic work and surface design practice. I treat it the same way I treat clay: as a material system with behavior, limits, and structure. Not decoration. Not trend response.
This guide exists so trade partners can specify correctly—matching substrate to use, light, and wear conditions with fewer assumptions.
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Silk Twill
Structured silk for controlled interiors
Specifications
- Weight: 120 g/m² (14 momme)
- Printable Width: 52” / 132 cm
- Content: 100% silk
- Color: Eggshell white
- Print Through: 40–50%
Material Characteristics
Silk twill is defined by its diagonal weave, which gives it stability and controlled movement. It holds pattern with clarity and responds to light without glare. The result is structured softness rather than fluid drape.
Applications
- Pillows and bolsters
- Light-use drapery
- Framed textile panels
- Low-wear wall upholstery
Best Rooms
- Living rooms
- Dining rooms
- Bedrooms
- Libraries
Care & Performance
- Cold wash recommended
- Hang dry
- Iron on silk setting
- Shrinkage: ~1%
Silk Charmeuse
Fluid silk for directional light and softness
Specifications
- Weight: 105 g/m² (12 momme)
- Printable Width: 52” / 132 cm
- Content: 100% silk
- Color: Eggshell white
- Print Through: ~50%
Material Characteristics
Charmeuse has a satin face and matte back, producing directional shift in tone. It is more reactive than twill and prioritizes atmosphere over structure.
Applications
- Accent pillows
- Layered drapery
- Canopies
- Soft framed textile work
Best Rooms
- Primary bedrooms
- Guest rooms
- Dressing rooms
- Quiet sitting rooms
Care & Performance
- Cold wash
- Hang dry
- Low iron silk setting
- Shrinkage: ~1%
Cotton Linen Canvas
Durable natural fiber for daily use
Specifications
- Weight: 275 g/m²
- Printable Width: 55” / 140 cm
- Content: 100% cotton
- Color: Off-white
- Print Through: ~10%
Material Characteristics
Cotton linen canvas is stable, matte, and structurally consistent. It accepts pattern cleanly and softens with use rather than degrading.
Applications
- Dining chairs
- Benches
- Seat cushions
- Slipcovers (low–moderate use)
Best Rooms
- Living rooms
- Dining rooms
- Kitchens
- Casual seating areas
Care & Performance
- Cold wash
- Machine dry ok
- Iron medium–high
- Shrinkage: 2–3%
Heavy Satin
Light-reactive synthetic satin with structure
Specifications
- Weight: 205 g/m²
- Printable Width: 58” / 147 cm
- Content: 100% polyester
- Print Through: 10–20%
Material Characteristics
Heavy satin reflects light in a controlled, even way. It intensifies color while maintaining structural body.
Applications
- Drapery
- Pillows
- Wall panels
Care & Performance
- Machine wash warm
- Dry medium–high
- Shrinkage: <1%
Velveteen
High-durability pile fabric with low reflectivity
Specifications
- Weight: 390 g/m²
- Printable Width: 52” / 132 cm
- Content: 100% polyester
- Abrasion: 80,000 double rubs
Material Characteristics
Dense pile structure with controlled sheen. Designed for repeated contact and long-term use.
Applications
- Sofas
- Dining chairs
- Ottomans
Care
- Machine wash warm
- Tumble dry medium
Vegan Leather — Pebble
High-contact upholstery surface
Specifications
- Weight: 250 g/m²
- Content: PU / PVC / polyester composite
- Finish: Semi-gloss white
Applications
- Seating
- Headboards
Care
- Wipe clean only
Vegan Leather — Crinkle
Flexible textured upholstery surface
Specifications
- Weight: 105 g/m²
- Content: PU / PVC / polyester blend
- Finish: Matte white
Applications
- Accent seating
- Panels
Care
- Wipe clean only
Vegan Leather — Fine Grain
Refined synthetic leather for architectural use
Specifications
- Weight: 145 g/m²
- Content: 55% polyester, 45% polyurethane
- Finish: Matte white
Applications
- Upholstery
- Wall panels
- Headboards
Care
- Wipe clean only
Trade Specification Guidance
Material selection should follow use case, exposure, and cleaning expectations. Natural fibers will patinate. Synthetic substrates are intended for higher-contact environments and repeated cleaning cycles.
All fabrics are designed to operate within a unified system across wallpaper, ceramics, and interior surfaces.
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