Overview
ALBERTO is a velvet knitted jacquard upholstery fabric designed for furniture manufacturers and upholstery professionals. With a substantial 400gsm weight and 142cm (56") usable width, this fabric combines durability with a soft, textured chenille-effect surface that adds depth to sofa seating, accent chairs, and cushion applications.
The fabric is constructed from 100% polyester, delivering excellent shape retention and easy maintenance. It is available in 20 stock colorways, including ivory, cream, off-white, warm beige, taupe, greige, light gray, medium gray, terracotta, brick red, rust brown, camel, mustard yellow, light khaki, olive green, dark olive, sky blue, sage blue, deep teal, and charcoal gray.
ALBERTO holds OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certification, confirming it has been tested for harmful substances. Additional compliance documentation is available upon request for REACH, CA Prop 65, and CPSIA. Fire retardant versions meeting BS 5852, CA TB117-2013, and IMO standards can be arranged for contract projects.
Specifications
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Composition: 100% Polyester
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Weight: 400 gsm
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Width: 142 cm (56 in)
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Construction: Velvet knitted jacquard with chenille-effect texture
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Color range: 20 stock colors available, including ivory, cream, off-white, warm beige, taupe, greige, light gray, medium gray, terracotta, brick red, rust brown, camel, mustard yellow, light khaki, olive green, dark olive, sky blue, sage blue, deep teal, and charcoal gray
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Certifications: OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100; REACH, CA Prop 65, CPSIA compliant
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Fire retardant options: BS 5852, CA TB117-2013, IMO (available on request)
Applications
ALBERTO is suitable for:
- Residential sofa and sectional upholstery
- Accent chairs and ottomans
- Cushions and throw pillows
- Headboards and upholstered panels
- Contract furniture (with FR treatment when required)
This fabric is intended for indoor use. For high-traffic commercial environments or projects with specific performance requirements (abrasion resistance, colorfastness grade, pilling resistance), please request test reports to verify suitability.
FAQ
1. What is the composition of ALBERTO upholstery fabric?
ALBERTO is made from 100% polyester with a velvet knitted jacquard construction.
2. What certifications does this fabric have?
ALBERTO holds OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certification and complies with REACH, CA Prop 65, and CPSIA. Fire retardant versions meeting BS 5852, CA TB117-2013, and IMO are available for contract projects.
3. How many colors are available in stock?
ALBERTO is available in 20 stock colors, including ivory, cream, off-white, warm beige, taupe, greige, light gray, medium gray, terracotta, brick red, rust brown, camel, mustard yellow, light khaki, olive green, dark olive, sky blue, sage blue, deep teal, and charcoal gray. Custom color matching is available for qualifying order volumes.
4. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
MOQ and lead times vary by color and order volume. Contact us with your project details for a quotation.
5. Can I request fabric swatches or color cards?
Yes. Swatches and color cards are available upon request. Please specify which colors you need or request the full color card.
6. Is this fabric suitable for commercial or hospitality projects?
ALBERTO can be used in contract settings when fire retardant treatment is applied. For high-traffic applications, we recommend requesting Martindale abrasion and pilling test reports to confirm performance meets your project specifications.
7. What is the usable width of the fabric?
The fabric is 142 cm (approximately 56 inches) wide, suitable for standard furniture cutting layouts.
8. Can custom colors or treatments be arranged?
Custom color matching and additional treatments (stain resistance, water repellency) may be available for qualifying order volumes. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
