Texmateria
Velvet
A pile fabric with short upright fibers that change brightness with direction. It can look deep and luxurious, but crush marks, nap lines, and touch shading are part of the material.
Common names
- velour
- plush fabric
- pile velvet
- crushed velvet
Search phrases
- shiny soft sofa fabric
- luxury curtain velvet
- dark green velvet chair
- fabric that changes color with direction
Common uses
- Sofas
- Lounge chairs
- Curtains
- Headboards
- Theater interiors
- Hotel furniture
Choosing points
- Best for seats and curtains where soft luxury changes with the direction of light.
- Nap direction creates dramatic shading even on the same color.
- Seat areas flatten and become shiny where people sit.
- Dust and hand marks can be visible on dark velvet.
How it ages
- Performance velvet can be practical, but delicate velvet can crush, mark, or fade under heavy use and sun.
What to avoid
- Do not use delicate velvet for busy restaurant seats, wet areas, or public seating. For those uses, choose fabric made for commercial seating.
