Overview
NIRA is a velvet knitted jacquard upholstery fabric designed for furniture manufacturers and upholstery professionals. With a fabric weight of 250gsm and a 142cm (56") usable width, this fabric combines durability with a soft, refined surface suitable for sofa seating, accent chairs, cushions, and other upholstered interior applications.
The fabric is constructed from 100% polyester, delivering excellent shape retention and easy maintenance. It is available in 17 stock colorways, including ivory white, soft white, pearl white, warm cream, light beige, greige, mustard gold, olive green, rust brown, taupe beige, warm taupe, off-white, medium gray, dark taupe gray, charcoal blue-gray, deep navy blue, and black.
NIRA 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: 250 gsm
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Width: 142 cm (56 in)
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Construction: Velvet knitted jacquard
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Color range: 17 stock colors available, including ivory white, soft white, pearl white, warm cream, light beige, greige, mustard gold, olive green, rust brown, taupe beige, warm taupe, off-white, medium gray, dark taupe gray, charcoal blue-gray, deep navy blue, and black
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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
NIRA 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 such as abrasion resistance, colorfastness grade, and pilling resistance, please request test reports to verify suitability.
FAQ
1. What is the composition of NIRA upholstery fabric?
NIRA is made from 100% polyester with a velvet knitted jacquard construction.
2. What certifications does this fabric have?
NIRA 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?
NIRA is available in 17 stock colors, including ivory white, soft white, pearl white, warm cream, light beige, greige, mustard gold, olive green, rust brown, taupe beige, warm taupe, off-white, medium gray, dark taupe gray, charcoal blue-gray, deep navy blue, and black. 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?
NIRA 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 such as stain resistance or water repellency may be available for qualifying order volumes. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
