Features of micro velor and its differences from other fabrics

Micro-Velor is a soft yet durable material. It appeared quite recently, but within a few years it managed to gain popularity among buyers. They love it for its luxurious appearance and practicality.

Micro velor is a furniture fabric with a dense short pile. Unlike real velor, this material is synthetic. It is composed of cotton, polyester and nylon. The material is produced on modern high-tech equipment. Special impregnations are immediately applied to the surface of the fabric. Thanks to this, the material is well protected from moisture and dust. The impregnation also has an anti-vandal effect. Therefore, furniture upholstered with micro velor is protected from the sharp claws of cats and other pets.

This type of fabric can be either plain or decorated with a pattern. Patterns on the surface of the fabric are usually printed. When upholstering sofas with micro velor, a technique called "capitonne" or a carriage coupler is very often used. This allows you to create high-quality modern furniture, stylized as products from the past.

Micro-Velor is most commonly used in the following areas.

• Furniture manufacture. This material is most actively used in the production of sofas and armchairs. In addition, decorative pillows are sewn from it. Micro-velor products can be found both in ordinary houses and in offices.
• Covering car interiors. Microvelor is used in work by many car manufacturers. In addition, the same material is used for sewing removable covers.
• Production of furniture for animals. Pet owners can easily find shelters and bedding upholstered in this fabric for sale. They look very beautiful and easily fit into the interior of any apartment or house.

Micro velor has many advantages that make it stand out from other upholstery fabrics.

• Strength. The main characteristic for which this material is loved is wear resistance. Even after many years of active use, the material does not lose its attractiveness and does not fade. At the same time, the upholstery fabric will remain the same pleasant to the touch throughout the entire time.
• Attractiveness. Micro velor looks very nice. The fabric is available in a wide variety of colors. Therefore, it is very easy to find a suitable option for your interior. Products with such upholstery are popular with both lovers of modern furniture and those who appreciate the classics.
• Practicality. The material with a water-repellent surface is very easy to clean. Therefore, if the sofa accidentally gets dirty, a person will not have any problems with cleaning it.
• Environmental friendliness. The fabric contains natural ingredients. Therefore, it is completely harmless to health. In addition, the material does not have an unpleasant odor.
• Availability. Products made of micro-velor have a long service life. Therefore, it is profitable to buy them. People on a tight budget can find something for themselves with a simpler design and lighter fabric. This will save you a little.
• Easy to use. A person can sew neat covers or pillowcases for cushions at home. This material is easy to cut and sew. In addition, the fabric does not fray. Therefore, its edges need not be overlocked.

Many people compare micro velor to other materials used for upholstery.

Velor is called a pile knitted fabric. It is composed of cotton, synthetics and viscose. This material is often used for furniture upholstery. It is very beautiful and high quality. In this case, velor is easily damaged by the claws of pets. For this reason, products made of micro velor are more suitable for pet owners. They are more durable and have increased mechanical resistance.

Microfiber and flock are made using the same technology as micro velor. These materials are also almost indistinguishable to the touch. The difference between the two lies in their appearance. Flock looks more like suede. It is durable, does not fade, but needs more careful care than micro velor.

Some buyers also compare micro velor to matting. This fabric is made from polyester. It is highly durable and has the ability to repel dirt and moisture. The difference between matting and micro velor lies in the appearance. The first one looks like burlap. It is also worth noting that this raised weave fabric is not particularly resistant to animal claws. Therefore, pets can damage the upholstery of a new sofa very quickly.

This material is most similar to micro velor in its appearance. At the same time, chenille looks more presentable. But it wears out faster and becomes unusable. Therefore, products with such upholstery should be bought home for people leading a calm lifestyle. Families with small children or pets should choose furniture with micro velor upholstery.

This material with a dense pile is as pleasant to the touch as micro velor. It is very easy to look after him. Furniture upholstered with this fabric can be cleaned with ordinary soapy water. In this case, the micro-corduroy still does not last very long.After a couple of years, the material begins to wear out and fade.

When choosing products from micro-velor, their color also plays an important role. It can be difficult to choose something suitable for a person, because this fabric is produced in a variety of colors. Therefore, when choosing, you can focus on the advice of designers. The following colors are considered the most popular among buyers.

• Red. This vibrant color always attracts attention. Usually, red furniture is bought in rooms decorated in styles such as art deco, techno or hi-tech. Bright micro-velor items look beautiful in bedrooms and living rooms.

• Blue. Psychologists believe that all shades of blue have a positive effect on the human psyche. This color helps to relax and calm down. Blue furniture fits perfectly with most styles.

• Green. Green clothes are recommended to be placed in the bedroom or sitting area. This color has a positive effect on the psyche and can make a person drowsy. Green furniture goes well with blue, purple or yellow details.

• Brown. Most people associate warm brown with comfort. Therefore, classic furniture made in such natural colors is popular among buyers. The brown sofas and armchairs fit well into the classic interior. Modern furniture is in good harmony even with vintage items and decor.

• Black. Dark furniture should only be bought for a spacious room. In this case, the room will not appear smaller. Black furniture with micro velor upholstery is most popular among lovers of minimalism. This color is versatile. Therefore, it can be combined with any other shades in the interior.

• Gray. Discreet and laconic gray furniture looks good not only in the living room, but also in the home office or corridor. Best of all, such products fit into rooms decorated in a modern style.

• White. Since micro-velor is easy to clean, a person can safely buy white furniture for home. Keeping it in good condition will be easy enough.

Since micro velor is treated with special impregnations even at the production stage, it does not have to be cleaned very often. Before starting work, a person should study the rules for caring for micro velor in advance.

• It is very important to choose the right furniture care product. To do this, you need to look at the tag. If the letter W is indicated there, it means that you should use water-based products to clean the micro-velor. If there is an S mark, dry solvents are suitable for the job. The SW marking means that it is possible to process micro velor with any preparation. Instead of a purchased product, in this case, it is allowed to use a soap solution. Soft bristle brushes and unpainted sponges are also used to clean the sofa. They do not damage or stain fabric.
• Before starting cleaning, the furniture should be vacuumed. This is to get rid of crumbs, dust and small debris.
• If a new product is used to clean the sofa, it must be tested before use. For this, a small area is treated. In an hour, this place should be carefully examined. It must be free of discoloration or any other sign of damage.
• After finishing cleaning, things must be allowed to dry. Since micro velor has a short nap, it dries very quickly. Do not dry it with a hair dryer.
• Once every 1-2 weeks, the furniture needs to be vacuumed, cleaning not only the fabric surface, but also all corners and crevices. In this case, both the sofa itself and the air in the room will be cleaner.
• All spilled liquids must be wiped up immediately. If you do everything quickly, there will be no stains on the surface of the sofa.You can wipe them either with a regular towel or with a damp cloth.
• If there are still dirty marks on the fabric, get rid of them using a soft sponge and a cleaning agent. Stubborn stains are briefly soaked with detergents. Do not rub them hard. This can damage the material.
• Covers sewn from micro-velor are washed at a temperature of 30-40 degrees. Do not use strong bleaches for washing. It is best to use liquid detergents that gently clean the fabric. Dry micro-velor items away from direct sunlight and heaters. After the product has completely dried, you need to walk on its surface with a brush, gently straightening the pile. Items that have serious contamination are usually taken to dry cleaning.