Texmateria
Chenille Fabric
A soft fabric made with fuzzy chenille yarn. It feels plush and cozy, but the pile is more rounded and less directionally shiny than velvet.
Common names
- soft chenille
- fuzzy upholstery
- plush woven fabric
Search phrases
- soft fuzzy sofa fabric
- chenille cushion texture
- plush woven upholstery
- cozy fabric couch
Common uses
- Sofas
- Cushions
- Throws
- Bedspreads
- Residential upholstery
Choosing points
- Best for sofas, cushions, and curtains where plush pile and soft shine are wanted.
- It feels soft and hides small marks, but pile can crush in seating areas.
- Dust and lint catch in fuzzy yarns.
- It reads warmer and more casual than smooth satin or leather.
How it ages
- Low-quality chenille can shed, flatten, or create shiny worn paths under repeated rubbing.
What to avoid
- Do not specify chenille where pile crushing, shading, or food-soil cleaning cannot be accepted.
