Fabric Specification Finder
Choose where the upholstery will be used. Get the durability, cleaning route and fabric samples that fit the job.
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Guided inputs Private session Practical output
- 01Set the brief→
- 02Generate route→
- 03Keep the result✓
Find the right fabric
Where will you use it?
Ready to calculate Your fabric recommendation will appear here.
You will get one best fabric match, two alternatives, the suitable performance level and what to avoid.
Your fabric recommendation
Use level-
Martindale band-
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Before you order
A few checks protect the final selectionSelected for this use
Recommended route and alternatives
Start with the first match. The other two offer a different feel or construction route without changing the performance brief.
See samples and confirm availability
Your use, exposure and performance brief are included automatically.Technical details for your supplier Selection basis, test routes, supplier returnables and current references. View technical details ↓
Derived selection basis
Automatic assumptions are visible and editable through the briefPerformance test matrix
Property-by-property requirements; no single-number approval| Property | Method / route | Recommended project target | Evidence acceptance question | Status |
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Supplier returnables
Exact article, colour and production construction required| Submittal | Minimum content | Review owner | Gate |
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Method references
Current issue must be checked at project issue date ISO 12947-2:2016 · Martindale specimen breakdown
Current confirmed method for textile fabrics; not applicable to coated surfaces.Open ↗ ISO 12945-2:2020 · Modified Martindale pilling
Published method; confirm the outcome of its 2026 ISO review before issue.Open ↗ ISO 105-B02:2014 · Colourfastness to artificial light
Current edition confirmed by ISO in 2025.Open ↗ BS 7176 · Non-domestic seating composite route
Ignition level follows the end-use risk and representative upholstery composite.Open ↗
Current confirmed method for textile fabrics; not applicable to coated surfaces.Open ↗ ISO 12945-2:2020 · Modified Martindale pilling
Published method; confirm the outcome of its 2026 ISO review before issue.Open ↗ ISO 105-B02:2014 · Colourfastness to artificial light
Current edition confirmed by ISO in 2025.Open ↗ BS 7176 · Non-domestic seating composite route
Ignition level follows the end-use risk and representative upholstery composite.Open ↗
Martindale is a laboratory abrasion method, not a service-life warranty. The recommended band screens woven textile covers only; coated surfaces require their applicable method. Approval still depends on the exact article, colour, production composite, cleaning trial and project fire route.