Velvet Fabrics

Velvet fabric is widely used for upholstery, curtains and soft furnishings due to its durability, depth of colour and distinctive pile. Suitable for sofas, armchairs, dining chairs, curtains and cushions, velvet works across both residential and commercial interiors. Available in plain and patterned designs, velvet adds visual richness while remaining practical for everyday use.

Barny Gloyn, Linwood’s Managing Director shares his vast experience of producing this illustrious textile. ‘Velvet fabric is woven using a special technique that creates its distinctive soft and plush texture. It involves an additional set of warp yarns known as pile yarns. These pile yarns are woven alongside the regular warp and weft threads. Velvet can either be woven face to face or on a wire loom. When weaving on a wire loom the pile yarns are looped over wires, creating loops on the fabric’s surface. After weaving, the loops are cut, resulting in the velvet’s characteristic short, dense pile.’ 

Linwood has two very different velvet “families”. Our Omega IV, Tango and Cosmos velvets – plain and printed – are woven with durable polyester velvet piles and can be washed if you have loose covers or wiped with a wet wipe to remove spills and stains on fixed upholstery. Once the stain has been removed, air dry or use a cool air hairdryer from a safe distance. 

Velvets with 100% cotton piles or mixed cotton and viscose such as Velvet Wonderland are dry clean only and we recommend professional cleaning. Find a dry cleaner that is familiar with velvet to get it returned in pristine shape.

Routine maintenance, such as gentle vacuuming with an upholstery attachment, helps lift dust from the pile and keeps the fabric looking its best over time.

Velvet is a versatile fabric that works beautifully across upholstery and decorative elements. It is commonly used for sofas, armchairs and headboards, as well as curtains and cushions that add depth and contrast. Velvet pairs well with natural materials such as linen, leather and wood, helping create layered, balanced interiors.

Yes. Linwood’s velvet fabrics are designed for a wide range of applications, including bespoke curtains, upholstery and decorative accessories. The collection offers depth of colour and refined texture that suits both classic and contemporary interiors, making velvet a flexible choice for considered design schemes.

Yes. We recommend ordering fabric samples to view velvet under different lighting conditions, as the pile reflects light in unique ways. Up to six complimentary samples per person are available, allowing you to assess colour, texture and suitability before making a final decision.