Chenille Fabric Guide
Nov 11, 2023
What is chenille fabric?
Chenille is a relatively new invention, dating back to around the 18th century. It is thought to have originated in France and is usually made from cotton, but can also be made from acrylic, rayon and olefin. It is formed by placing a short length of yarn, called pile, between two core yarns and then twisting the yarns together.
The edge of each pile is then placed at right angles to the yarn core, giving the fabric a pleasant softness. This process also explains its characteristic appearance, which changes depending on where the fibers catch light.
chenille decoration
Chenille is a versatile upholstery fabric that can also add a luxurious look and feel to your bedroom. Even better, because it's exceptionally hard-wearing, it's perfect for decorating your bed or headboard that's subject to constant stress every day.
Of all the fabrics used in our products, chenille has one of the widest variety of color schemes. To view our full range of products, please view the fabric options next to each product on our website.
care and maintenance
As with any fabric, there are specific precautions you need to follow to keep your chenille upholstered bed or headboard in tip-top shape. You should also keep in mind that different types of this material sometimes require different cleaning methods. Therefore, first of all, we strongly recommend that you check the manufacturer's instructions on the product label or instruction manual beforehand.
While chenille is a durable fabric, it does shrink when exposed to water and other liquids. Therefore, you should vacuum regularly and brush your upholstery with a very soft upholstery brush to remove dirt and debris beforehand.
If fabric becomes stained, clean the affected area with a damp white cloth as soon as possible to prevent the stain from setting. Make sure not to rub the stain or over-soak the cloth. Then, dry the damp spots first with a dry white cloth, then with a hair dryer on low setting.
Avoid solvent-based and water-based cleaning products unless recommended by the manufacturer. For a thorough complete cleaning, why not hire a professional upholstery cleaner every few years?
