Printed Upholstery Fabric For Daily Use
Our upholstery fabric is made for furniture that gets handled every day. It works well on dining chairs, armchairs, ottomans, bench seating and statement headboards, with printed designs that can match a room or carry a stronger feature look. The focus is on practical use first, so the cloth must look good and keep its shape once fitted.
We print to order in Ndabeni, Cape Town and supply clients in Woodstock, Salt River, Observatory, Montague Gardens and Century City, as well as nationwide through courier. If you need a one-off set for a home refresh or a larger run for hospitality seating, we can set up the file, check the colour and print the quantity you need.
Sizes, Fabric Bases And Finish Options
Upholstery jobs differ a lot, so the fabric choice needs to suit the item and the amount of wear it will take. We print on selected base fabrics suited to furniture use, then cut and finish to the size required. Depending on the job, you can order by the metre, in small batch runs or as a bulk print for a commercial fit-out.
- Width options depend on the base fabric selected, with common widths from about 140 cm to 150 cm.
- Sold by the metre for smaller jobs, or in longer continuous lengths for large seating sets.
- Repeat patterns can be set to suit cushions, panels and matching furniture pieces.
- Hemming and edge finishing can be arranged for selected applications.
- Strike-off samples are available when you want to confirm colour and texture before full production.
For upholstery, the final result also depends on the foam, backing and workmanship used by the upholsterer, so it helps to plan the whole job before printing.
Where It Works Best In Homes And Commercial Spaces
This fabric suits areas where you need a neat printed look without the cloth becoming the main wear point of the furniture. It is a good fit for indoor seating, feature cushions, occasional chairs, bedroom headboards and reception areas. It also works well for coffee shop seating, guesthouse rooms, boutique retail fitting rooms and enclosed patio furniture that is protected from direct weather.
If you are using the fabric in a coastal area such as Cape Town, Stellenbosch or the Garden Route, keep in mind that humidity and sunlight can change how often furniture needs cleaning and rotating. In high-use spaces, a darker base or a busier print can help hide marks between services.
- Best for indoor or sheltered furniture, not exposed outdoor seating.
- Good for feature pieces where design matters as much as function.
- Useful for hospitality and rental properties that need repeatable fabric supply.
- Suitable for matching multiple chairs, benches or headboards in one scheme.
What To Check Before You Order
Before placing an order, check the size of the panels, the direction of the print and whether the furniture will be subject to heavy use. If there are arms, curves or deep buttoning, allow extra fabric for pattern matching and wrapping around the frame. Send clear artwork if you want a custom design, or ask us to assist with repeat pattern setup if your artwork needs spacing adjustments.
It also helps to confirm the final colour against your room lighting. A grey that looks cool in a showroom can read warmer in a north-facing room, and a bold print can feel very different once it covers a full couch or bench. If the job must match existing décor, colour matching and a strike-off sample are worth doing first, ja as a small mistake here can affect the whole room.
- Confirm the exact metres needed, including allowances for pattern repeat.
- Check whether the furniture is for home, guest use or high-traffic commercial use.
- Ask if the fabric must match an existing curtain, cushion or painted finish.
- Send artwork in a clean file where possible, with clear colours and scale.
Installation, Power Needs And Site Practicalities
For most upholstery work, the fabric is delivered ready for your upholsterer or workroom to fit. If you are ordering for a shop fit-out or an on-site project, plan for clean storage, dry handling and enough time for inspection before installation. Printed fabric is best kept flat or rolled, away from sharp edges and building dust.
Our printing process uses studio equipment in Ndabeni and does not require any power or gas at your premises. That means there is no on-site electrical or gas setup needed from the client side, which helps during load-shedding planning and when a project is managed across more than one location. If your project is being fitted in a coastal town or a municipal building with access rules, courier timing and delivery contact details should be checked before dispatch.
Care, Cleaning And Longer Life
Upholstery fabric lasts longer when it is cared for properly from the start. Vacuum it regularly with a soft brush attachment, blot spills quickly and avoid harsh scrubbing on printed areas. For deeper cleaning, follow the cleaning method suited to the base cloth and use mild products that will not lift the print.
In busy homes and commercial interiors, rotating loose cushions and keeping furniture out of direct sun can help reduce fade over time. If the fabric is used in a guesthouse or rental unit, it is worth ordering a few extra metres for future repairs so that patching can be done with the same print batch.
- Vacuum regularly to remove dust and grit.
- Blot spills quickly with a clean dry cloth.
- Avoid bleach and strong solvent cleaners.
- Store spare fabric in a cool dry place for future servicing.
Key facts
| Product | Printed upholstery fabric |
|---|---|
| Use | Chairs, benches, headboards and decorative seating |
| Order format | By the metre, small batch or bulk run |
| Width | Usually 140 cm to 150 cm depending on base fabric |
| Service options | Colour matching, repeat pattern setup, strike-off sampling, hemming |
| Fulfilment | Packed and couriered from Ndabeni, Cape Town nationwide |
