Which of the following is the best choice for customizing your sofa bed: sturdy canvas, voluptuous velvet, soft yet easy-care microfiber, or synthetic fabrics? Before purchasing a sofa bed , you should carefully consider the right upholstery for your needs . Choosing from a plethora of sofa bed materials sometimes means risking prioritizing aesthetics over practical aspects, such as maintenance or durability.
This dilemma could disappear, however, thanks to our selection of the most beautiful fabrics to cover your sofa. With this little guide in mind, all you'll have to do is focus on choosing the right color!
Choosing fabric: everything you need to know
THE fabric sofa is a safe bet and you will not regret this purchase. It exists in a plethora of colors and textures in order to meet all your desires.
Different weaves, more or less tight, allow for a varied visual appearance from one fabric to another, and its many shades contribute to making it unique and original. Plain fabric, mottled, linen, chambray, cotton: customize your sofa as you wish.
Study the different characteristics of the fabric and check whether it is easy to maintain, whether it does not wear out too quickly and whether it is suitable for your lifestyle. For example, the cotton has the advantage of being relatively affordable and it does not attract dust but it will need to be treated with a stain repellent to avoid accidents. natural look is very pleasant and will give a modern and refined look to your interior. Linen is also a noble and charming choice. It allows you to keep a certain freshness and above all to provide optimal ventilation to your sofa.
A convertible sofa or extra bed in linen It will work very well with wooden or rattan furniture and bohemian-style decorative elements. Less well-known, wool upholstery gives a warm feel to your sofa and is characterized by a water-repellent appearance that is very practical for avoiding stains.
Elie linen sofa
Microfiber fabrics: as practical as they are aesthetic
"I'm not going to cover my sofa with the same fabric as my cleaning cloths!" At first glance, you're not wrong, except for one detail: the microfiber used to make our household cleaning must-haves is nothing compared to the one that adorns our sofas.
Baker sofa in Nuvole Litchi fabric
What is microfiber?
“Featherweight” is a perfect description of microfiber fabrics! Identity card: microfiber
- Synthetic fibers: polyester, polyamide, etc.
- Non-woven fabric
- Lightness of the fabric: 10 km of thread weighs 1 gram
- Water-repellent properties
- Anti-stain and dust
- Peach skin feel
- Can be used on all sofa models, including convertible corner sofas in microfibers
Why choose microfiber?
Microfiber meets two important criteria: aesthetics and practicality. In other words, if your sofa is going to be a real sight, opt for synthetic microfiber fibers rather than woven fabric! Selection criteria
- Children
- Animals
- Heavy use of the sofa: meals, evenings, etc.
Our favorite microfiber fabrics
Among the multitude of microfiber fabrics for convertible sofas, you won't be able to resist our ultra-trendy selection.
- Meraviglia microfiber, a light Italian touch
Snow corner sofa with Meraviglia upholstery
The Meraviglia range, a blend of classic and 100% designer, adapts to any interior. The fabric elegantly dresses your sofa bed while ensuring easy maintenance.
Eighteen colors, from timeless gray to trendy mustard yellow, are available for this microfiber fabric.
- Manhattan, the daring microfiber
Manhattan fabric
The linear patterns of the Manhattan range will enhance sleek interiors with a fabric made entirely of polyester. Very easy to care for and attractive with its silky feel, the Manhattan fabric is available in twenty colors. For gray lovers, the range includes a very beautiful variation.
Velvet, the height of luxury for a fabric
Velvet has been making a strong comeback in recent years. Whether you find it as a touch on a cushion or to cover a sofa, velvet seems to be unanimously popular and is moving into the league of timeless classics. So it's hard not to be seduced! You'll appreciate its many reflections that will allow you to create a cozy and cocooning interior. Trendy and retro at the same time, the velvet sofa is a chic choice that will dress your living room in a very elegant way while allowing you to enjoy pleasant moments of relaxation with family or friends.
What is velvet?
Velvet's softness derives from its manufacturing processes: after the fabric is woven, the upper part is shaved and then flattened using a process called pannage. This most sought-after fabric in the Middle Ages and the Renaissance has, of course, seen its design evolve over the centuries. Whether made from silk, wool, cotton, or synthetic materials, velvet survives the ages without aging thanks to its strength.
Why choose velvet?
We readily fall for its noble appearance which makes our living room a temple of voluptuousness and cocooning, but not only that!
Selection criteria:
- Solidity
- Soft touch
- Chic design
However, be careful when caring for your velvet sofa! Avoid steam cleaners and other products that could permanently damage this noble fabric. How to care for a velvet sofa?
Discover our article here on mistakes to avoid when choosing velvet
Miles velvet sofa
Our favorite velvet fabrics
Some velvets clearly caught our eye, like those from the Selfie and Amsterdam ranges.
- Velvet Selfie, chic and pop
Selfie Fabric 302
The ever-changing appearance of the Selfie range promises beautiful lighting effects in your living room. We appreciate both deep colors and pastels, not to mention the palette of whites and other timeless shades such as grays and blues.
- Generous Amsterdam Velvet
Amsterdam 37 fabric
The Amsterdam fabric's finish gives it all the characteristics of a cozy interior. Available in "safe bet" colors, you won't be able to resist the urge to curl up on your sofa.
Retro fabrics to be totally trendy
Are you about to take a big leap into the past when furnishing your living room? As a fan of the fifties, you've already chosen a decor in the pure vintage tradition, but what look should you give it for your sofa? The retro fabric ranges should quickly provide you with an answer. Fans of more industrial interiors will also find in this fabric category some choice pieces to adorn their sofa.
What does a retro fabric look like?
Retro fabric is used to cover a sofa, usually small, so as not to interfere with the 50s and 60s style . We generally choose a solid-colored fabric, aged leather, or, for the most addicted, a few patterns.
Rotterdam convertible sofa in retro fabric
Why choose a retro fabric?
To be in tune with the times, for taste or simply for pleasure! If you don't opt for a 100% vintage living space, your sofa with a retro fabric will still be able to accompany you for many years.
Choosing the right retro sofa, Selection criteria:
- Ultra-trendy
- Easy-care fabric
- Safe bet
Our favorite retro fabrics
- The Bonbon range, pastel or nothing
Candy Fabric 35
From the darkest to the lightest tones, the Bonbon range guarantees you'll be totally on trend when it comes to retro style.
Hunter 028 Yellow Fabric
With its soft, velvet-like finish, the Hunter range offers vintage lovers a wide selection. Available in shades of brown, it's almost like the pinnacle of the famous vintage period. Still unsure about which fabric to choose to give your sofa bed its best look?
Visit one of our 55 stores to touch, try, and better visualize the future fabric for your sofa! You will also have the opportunity to discover our faux leather and leather convertible sofas , for a completely different look.
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