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Fabric Comparison Guide

Not all fabrics are created equal. Use this guide to find the right material for your lifestyle, your furniture, and your home.

✦ Fabrics sourced through Greenhouse Fabrics & Anna Elisabeth
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Performance
Performance Fabric
The Family-Proof Choice

Engineered for real life. Performance fabrics like Crypton repel stains, resist moisture, and hold up to heavy daily use — without sacrificing style or softness.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Pet Friendly Kid Friendly Easy Care High Durability
Best forFamilies, pets, everyday heavy use
CareSpot clean with water & mild soap; most stains wipe right off
Price
Velvet
Velvet
Luxurious & Statement-Making

Rich, lustrous, and instantly elevated. Velvet — including the exquisite cut velvets in the Anna Elisabeth collection — adds depth and drama to any piece. Best for lower-traffic spaces.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Luxury
Best forFormal rooms, accent chairs, lower-traffic pieces
CareProfessional clean recommended; avoid moisture
Price
Linen
Linen
Relaxed, Natural & Breathable

Linen brings an effortless, organic quality to furniture. Lightweight and breathable, it's ideal for casual living spaces — though it wrinkles easily and prefers a gentler lifestyle.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Natural Fiber
Best forCasual living rooms, light-use pieces, coastal or farmhouse styles
CareDry clean or gentle hand wash; wrinkles naturally
Price
Cotton
Cotton
Versatile & Time-Tested

A classic for good reason. Cotton is soft, breathable, and works in nearly any decorating style. It holds up reasonably well to everyday use and takes dye beautifully for rich, consistent color.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Natural Fiber Kid Friendly
Best forEveryday sofas, dining chairs, versatile applications
CareMachine wash on gentle or spot clean; may fade in direct sun
Price
Leather
Leather
Built to Last a Lifetime

Genuine leather ages beautifully, developing character over time. Highly durable and easy to wipe clean — though it can scratch, and cold climates may cause cracking without conditioning.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
High Durability Easy Care Luxury
Best forOffices, libraries, statement pieces, long-term investment
CareWipe with damp cloth; condition 2x yearly to prevent cracking
Price
Faux Leather
Faux Leather / Vinyl
Smart, Durable & Low Maintenance

All the clean lines of leather at a fraction of the cost. Faux leather and vinyl are completely wipeable, making them ideal for families, healthcare settings, or anyone who wants zero fuss.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Easy Care High Durability Pet Friendly Kid Friendly Budget Friendly
Best forBusy families, commercial spaces, dining chairs
CareWipe clean with a damp cloth; bleach-safe options available
Price
Chenille
Chenille
Irresistibly Soft & Cozy

With its distinctive velvety pile, chenille is one of the softest upholstery fabrics available. It has a warm, inviting look that works beautifully in cozy, relaxed interiors.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Natural Fiber Luxury
Best forLiving room sofas, reading chairs, cozy spaces
CareVacuum regularly; spot clean only; avoid rubbing pile flat
Price
Microsuede
Microsuede
Soft, Practical & Underrated

Microsuede offers the luxurious look and feel of real suede with far better durability and stain resistance. It's a go-to for households that want comfort without constantly worrying about the furniture.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
Pet Friendly Kid Friendly Easy Care
Best forFamily rooms, media rooms, everyday-use furniture
CareBrush lightly to restore nap; spot clean with water or rubbing alcohol
Price
Woven / Tweed
Woven / Tweed
Structured, Durable & Timeless

Tightly woven fabrics like tweed and structured textures are among the most durable upholstery options available. They resist pilling and wear exceptionally well — a classic choice built to endure.

Durability
Softness
Easy Care
High Durability Natural Fiber
Best forHigh-traffic pieces, traditional interiors, heirloom furniture
CareVacuum regularly; spot clean; professional clean for best results
Price
Our Fabric Partner

Greenhouse Fabrics & Anna Elisabeth

Black Dog Upholstery sources fabrics through Greenhouse Fabrics and Anna Elisabeth — two industry-leading collections now united under one roof, offering over 10,000 styles from performance weaves to exquisite cut velvets.

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