What Is Microfiber Furniture?

Microfiber furniture is durable, attractive and widely available.

Microfiber furniture is upholstered in fabric composed of microfibers. Using microfiber furniture in high traffic areas such as offices or in homes with pets or children is common, as it is durable, attractive and widely available.

Size

Microfiber fabric consists of man made fibers measuring less than one denier in diameter woven tightly together.

Types

Any upholstered furniture piece can be upholstered in microfiber. Microfiber furniture is a popular choice as it is durable and resistant to staining.

Features

Microfiber fabric is completely man made and woven to resemble suede, velvet or cotton. It is available in a variety of textures, colors and patterns.

Availability

Microfiber furniture is available at most furniture stores and online furniture retailers. You can also purchase microfiber fabric by the yard at fabric stores.

Benefits

Microfiber furniture is inherently resistant to stains and dirt. It can be spot cleaned, usually with just soap and water, and does not need to be sprayed with chemicals to create a stain barrier.

Fun Fact

A microfiber measures one hundred times smaller in diameter than a single human hair.

References

• Ultrasuede
• Ohio State University
• Textile Exchange

Resources

• Home Decorating Reviews
• Upholstery and Cleaning