Water Repellent Finish

FURLA: Premium Water-Resistant  Suede Velvet Fabric by Langsum

Introducing FURLA, Langsum’s premium 100% polyester suede velvet fabric, engineered with strong water-repellent performance on selected finishes, ultra-soft handfeel, and no direct pile direction. This fabric combines the elegant look of high-end suede with unbeatable practicality, making it the ultimate choice for versatile home decor projects.

300 GSM Soft suede velvet
142 cm Upholstery width
No pile Stable appearance
FURLA: Premium Water-Resistant  Suede Velvet Fabric by Langsum

Best use case

For buyers who want spill management without sacrificing a suede-like look

For projects where water repellency, easier cleanup, and a premium velvet-like appearance drive the sofa or soft-furnishing decision.

See the water-repellent proof early

Water-repellent sourcing works better when the proof is visual: a beading or wipe-down moment, and a premium velvet-like surface that still feels sofa-ready.

What the buyer wants to see immediately

Show spill resistance, stable surface appearance, and a softer suede-like finish in the first scroll.

This route is strongest when it proves two things fast: the fabric resists everyday liquid contact, and it still looks refined enough for sofa, headboard, and decor programs.

Why buyers start here

Water-repellent upholstery is usually chosen to protect both maintenance and product positioning.

Most buyers landing here are trying to keep a soft decorative look while reducing spill risk and upkeep friction.

Sofas / headboards / cushions

Ordinary decorative velvet struggles with daily spill risk

Beautiful handfeel alone is not enough for living-room or family seating programs where coffee, juice, or water exposure becomes part of daily use.

Directional velvet frustration

Pile marks and shade variation reduce presentation quality

Buyers also care about how the surface looks after touch, brushing, and angle changes. No-pile-direction fabrics make the final furniture presentation cleaner.

Family and hospitality overlap

Maintenance cost matters as much as style

The finish route becomes important when the buyer is balancing softness and decor appeal with lower after-sales complaints around stains or everyday care.

FURLA turns a water-repellent page into a product story buyers can actually sample.
Featured product route

FURLA turns a water-repellent page into a product story buyers can actually sample.

FURLA combines a suede-like velvet handfeel with water-resistant performance and a stable surface appearance, making it easier to position for everyday upholstered furniture.

300 GSM 100% Polyester 142 cm width

Finish route

Advanced water repellency for daily-use upholstery

FURLA is built for projects where buyers want spills to bead and wipe away more easily before moisture becomes a visible maintenance issue.

Visual control

No direct pile direction keeps the look more stable

The suede velvet face avoids the high-contrast shade changes buyers often dislike in directional velvet programs.

Product use

A fit for sofas, cushions, headboards, and soft decor

The route works well when the buyer wants one premium-looking fabric family that can support multiple home-furniture applications.

Commercial strengths

What buyers usually need from a water-repellent upholstery route

These are the proof points that help FURLA move from a finish claim into a serious fabric discussion.

01

Exceptional Waterproof Performance

Waterproof upholstery fabric engineered with advanced hydrophobic technology, allowing water, coffee, juice, and everyday spills to bead up and wipe away easily without leaving stains or watermarks. With permanent water-resistant performance built into the fiber structure, this durable fabric ensures long-lasting protection for sofas, cushions, and high-traffic furniture applications.

Water management

02

Luxurious  Suede Velvet Aesthetic

Ultra-soft suede-look upholstery fabric with a smooth velvet-like handfeel, delivering a luxurious and comfortable touch for sofas, cushions, and furniture applications. Featuring no-direction “no-touch print” construction, this durable fabric ensures a consistent, uniform appearance without shading, streaks, or wear marks from any angle.

Luxury appearance

03

Extensive Color Palette & Versatility

Versatile upholstery fabric available in a wide range of colors, from neutral tones to rich, vibrant shades, designed to suit various interior styles from modern minimalist to classic luxury. Ideal for sofas, cushions, curtains, bedding, and custom home decor, this durable, easy-care fabric features a generous 142cm width, helping reduce seams and material waste in large upholstery and soft furnishing projects.

Appearance stability

04

Durable & Low-Maintenance Design

300gsm premium-weight upholstery fabric made from 100% polyester performance fiber, offering a perfect balance of softness and durability with excellent tear and abrasion resistance for everyday use. This easy-care, fade-resistant, and mildew-resistant fabric is ideal for sofas, cushions, and family-friendly furniture, providing a safe, non-toxic, and pet-friendly solution for busy households.

Program versatility

Product data

FURLA commercial data snapshot

Keep the water-repellent page anchored in product facts buyers can compare quickly.

Parameter Specification Test method / notes
Composition100% PolyesterDurable synthetic base that supports easier care and more stable color presentation.
Weight300 GSMSuitable for residential upholstery and decorative furniture programs.
Width142 cmCommon roll width for sofas, cushions, and headboards.
SurfaceSuede velvetSoft handfeel with a more stable look than highly directional velvet faces.
Finish routeWater resistantHelps liquids bead on the surface for easier early wipe response.
Typical useSofas / cushions / headboardsUseful when the buyer wants a premium look with lower upkeep pressure.
Program valueDecor + easy-care balanceSupports family seating and soft-furnishing collections that need a cleaner maintenance story.

Use sample confirmation when the buyer needs project-specific spill performance, cleaning routine, or end-market alignment.

Comparison

How FURLA compares with everyday upholstery alternatives

Use the comparison to show why a water-repellent suede velvet route is more than a surface marketing claim.

Performance attributeFURLA
WR suede velvet
Standard suede velvetCotton-linen blendOrdinary chenilleLeather / PU
Spill responseLiquids bead earlierAbsorbs soonerAbsorbs quicklyVariableGood
Wipe-clean speedFaster first responseModerateLowerModerateEasy
Surface appearance stabilityMore even lookDirectional marksNatural variationTexture variationStable
Soft premium handfeelStrongStrongNaturalSoftCooler hand
Daily maintenance storyBalancedModerateLowerModerateStrong
Decor positioningPremium + practicalPremium onlyNatural casualWarm texturedModern / easy-care
Finish-upgrade flexibilityGood routeModerateLowerModerateLimited textile route
Where it fits

Use FURLA when buyers want easier spill management without giving up a premium upholstery look.

This route is especially useful for decorative seating and soft furnishing programs that need a cleaner maintenance story.

Sofa upholstery

Family living-room seating

Works well for buyers who want a soft decorative fabric with a more practical spill-response story.

Decor applications

Headboards, cushions, and accent furniture

A useful route when the buyer wants consistency across multiple upholstered touchpoints in the same interior line.

Pet and family overlap

Programs that need lower daily maintenance

The finish route supports projects where cleanability matters but the final look still needs to feel warm and premium.

Next route

Move into easy-clean or flame-retardant discussion when needed

Many buyers start with water resistance and then add easier stain cleanup or compliance-driven finish requirements.

Open solutions hub

Need project-specific review?

Tell us the product type, quantity range, and maintenance expectations so we can match the right fabric path.

Water-Repellent Upholstery Fabric FAQ

Is it suitable for sofas, headboards, chairs, wall upholstery and window cushions?

Can you customize colors, thickness or extra strong waterproof versions?

Can you send samples for water testing?

Is it oil-proof? Can sauce and oil stains be cleaned easily?

Does frequent wiping or washing reduce the waterproof performance?

Is the waterproof effect from coating or special technology? Will it fade over time?

Is this fabric really waterproof? Will water soak through inside?

If water spills on it, can I wipe it off without leaving water marks?

Is it easy to clean drinks like cola, milk tea, coffee and fruit juice?

 Can it resist urine from kids or pets?

FURLA inquiry

Turn a finish question into a clearer upholstery-fabric brief.

Tell us your furniture category, target market, and whether you need water repellency only or a broader performance-finish combination.