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Durable Canvas Fabric for Indoor Upholstery

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Specification Overview

AestheticCasual, Rustic, or Industrial Look
CompositionCotton, Heavy Spun Polyester, or Cotton/Poly Blend
Weave StructureHeavy, Balanced Plain Weave or Duck Cloth (Very tight)
Weight Range380 GSM to 550 GSM (Heavy grade)
Abrasion CycleMinimum 40,000 Double Rubs
Key FeatureExceptional Tensile Strength and Minimal Stretching
Cleaning CodeW or S depending on fiber/finish (Often removable and washable)

Canvas, characterized by its heavy, dense, and simple plain weave, is a staple for durable, casual upholstery. Indoor upholstery canvas uses heavy-denier, tightly spun yarns (cotton or poly) to achieve a high-performance material that resists tearing and stretching. The material provides a matte, textured surface and is often specified for slipcovers or furniture that requires a highly resilient, easy-to-clean cover, especially in family-friendly environments.

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Casual Strength and Everyday Resilience

Canvas offers an enduring, classic look that fits perfectly with farmhouse, industrial, and casual modern aesthetics. Our indoor upholstery canvas collection provides the aesthetic benefits of heavy cotton with the added functional performance needed for modern, high-use seating.

SUZHOU YIFAN TEXTILE CO., LTD. engineers this material by utilizing strong, high-twist yarns and conducting specialized finishing treatments (like sanforization for cotton or heat-setting for polyester) to lock the weave structure. This process guarantees high tensile strength, minimal shrinkage, and long-term durability for manufacturers prioritizing robustness and a relaxed aesthetic.

Casual and Functional Seating

  • Removable Slipcovers: Ideal for washable, interchangeable covers on sofas and daybeds.

  • Kids' Furniture/Playroom: High-resistance upholstery for furniture subject to heavy wear, stains, and frequent cleaning.

  • Outdoor/Indoor Sunrooms: Transition areas where the fabric needs resilience against moderate moisture and sun exposure.

  • Piping and Trim: Used for durable welting and edge reinforcement due to its high tear strength.

Hard-Wearing Performance

  • Extreme Abrasion: The tight, dense plain weave achieves high Martindale scores, making it suitable for even commercial high-use seating.

  • Breathability: Canvas often utilizes cotton or high-spun polyester, providing a breathable surface for long-term comfort.

  • Natural Look (Cotton/Spun Poly): Maintains a matte, organic texture that is highly versatile for modern and traditional interiors.

  • Custom Finish Receptive: The simple structure accepts heavy-duty performance treatments (stain-repellent, water-resistant) very well.

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Common Buyer Inquiries

  • Q: Does 100% cotton canvas shrink if washed?

  • A: Our 100% cotton upholstery canvas is pre-shrunk (sanforized) to minimize residual shrinkage (usually <3%). We recommend pre-washing for all slipcover applications for maximum fit accuracy.

  • Q: How does canvas compare to denim for upholstery?

  • A: Canvas uses a plain weave, offering superior strength in both directions (warp/weft). Denim uses a twill weave and is typically softer but has less balanced strength than canvas.

  • Q: Can I achieve a softer hand-feel with this heavy material?

  • A: Yes, we apply specialized enzymes and mechanical softening processes to our canvas to break down fiber stiffness, achieving a comfortable, pre-worn hand-feel without compromising durability.

Guide to Material Specification

Canvas material is specified by its weight and fiber blend:

  • Fiber Content: Choose 100% Spun Polyester for maximum colorfastness and low maintenance; choose Cotton/Poly for the best breathability and softness.

  • Duck vs. Plain: Duck canvas is a very tightly woven plain canvas (highest strength); standard canvas is more cost-effective but slightly looser.

  • Cleaning: Ensure the required cleaning code (W for water-washable, S for solvent-only) matches the finished product's care label.

About
YIFAN TEXTILE

YIFAN TEXTILE

Suzhou Yifan Textile is a professional supplier of sofa fabrics, curtain fabrics and interior decorative. The company does the spinning, weaving cloth by itself and owns:

15 texturing machines
20 bunching machines
60 grid-connected machines
300 air jet looms
520 water jet looms
22 rapier machines
4 finishing compound machines
12 finished fabric inspection machines

We are China Durable Canvas Fabric for Indoor Upholstery and OEM/ODM Durable Canvas Fabric for Indoor Upholstery. We have our own yarn development team and fabric design development team and our products are mainly sold to European and American countries.

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