Top 10 Fabrics for the
Cleanable Family
When
selecting a fabric for your home there are so many things to think about. Is it
a high traffic room? Do you plan on eating in the space? Is this your central
gathering space? Do you have children or pets? The list goes on and on. For any
family these questions are a great jumping off point. Always better safe than
sorry when it comes to fabric clean-ability.
Start by
looking for a fabric with a cleanable synthetic fiber that is spot cleanable,
non absorbent, tight woven; and has a high rub count. Our go to and most popular fabric fiber
selection is polyester. Polyester is
an inherently cleanable fabric with all of these qualities. It stands up to
families’ everyday living with ease.
If you need
a step up in clean-ability you can always look for indoor/outdoor fabrics.
These fabrics are at a higher price point, but go the extra mile. Some of these
fabrics are so cleanable liquids simply bead off.
Look for
fabrics with variation, highs and lows, or a slight pattern. This adds visual
interest which also helps with hiding surface dirt and dander.
Finally,
there is color selection. Choosing the right color for your home and family is
very important. You want to find a fabric that compliments your wall color,
accent furniture, and décor. Keep in mind that the lighter the fabric the
easier it is to see surface dirt and dander.
Check out our Top 10 fabric selections for your cleanable family!
