Chieftain Carousel Recycled Cotton Contract Upholstery Fabric, 137cm Wide Somersault

Chieftain Carousel Recycled Cotton Contract Upholstery Fabric

Chieftain Carousel is a woven contract upholstery fabric combining recycled materials, durability and practical everyday maintenance. Manufactured using 59% recycled cotton and 41% polyester, it provides a textile finish suitable for commercial furniture, hospitality seating and domestic upholstery.

With Aquaclean™ stain-cleaning technology, 200,000 Martindale abrasion resistance and BS5852 Crib 5 fire performance, Carousel is a choice for professional upholsterers, furniture manufacturers and interior designers.

Available in a range of colours, Carousel complements both traditional and modern furniture designs.

Recycled Cotton Upholstery Fabric

Manufactured using 59% recycled cotton, Carousel offers an alternative to upholstery fabrics made entirely from virgin fibres.

The remaining 41% polyester contributes to the fabric's construction and durability, producing a 520gsm woven upholstery material.

The fabric is particularly suited to projects where recycled material content appearance and long-term performance are important considerations.

Recommended applications include:

• Sofas, armchairs and occasional chairs
• Restaurant and café seating
• Hotel bedrooms, lounges and reception areas
• Office chairs and workplace seating
• Commercial banquette and booth seating
• Upholstered headboards and furniture panels
• Domestic furniture refurbishment and reupholstery

For furniture refurbishment, There is also Upholstery Foams & Fillings for replacing worn cushion interiors and rebuilding upholstered furniture.

Aquaclean™ Easy-Clean Upholstery Technology

Carousel incorporates Aquaclean™ technology, designed to make everyday upholstery maintenance easier by allowing many common stains to be removed using water alone.

This is particularly valuable in busy restaurants, hotels, reception areas and family homes where upholstered seating is exposed to regular use.

The fabric also incorporates Safefront® antimicrobial protection, tested to ISO 20743, which is designed to inhibit bacterial growth on the treated fabric.

For general upholstery maintenance and compatible specialist products, browse Status Fabrics' Adhesives, Aerosols & Cleaners.

Always follow Chieftain's cleaning instructions before applying any product.

Heavy-Duty Contract Upholstery Fabric

Carousel achieves an impressive 200,000 Martindale abrasion rubs, making it particularly suitable for demanding furniture applications.

Its woven construction provides a textile appearance while offering the abrasion resistance required for frequently used seating.

The fabric is suitable for new furniture production and professional furniture refurbishment.

When rebuilding upholstered chairs or sofas, the condition of the supporting structure is equally important.

Where seating requires replacement padding, see Felts & Wadding for suitable materials to help achieve a smooth, professionally finished upholstered surface.

For customers requiring a wipe-clean PVC alternative, see Chieftain Contract Vinyl Range.

Crib 5 Flame-Retardant Upholstery Fabric

Chieftain Carousel meets BS5852 Ignition Source 5, commonly referred to as Crib 5.

This makes the fabric particularly relevant for contract upholstery in hotels, restaurants, offices and other commercial environments where appropriate fire performance is required.

The fire performance of finished furniture depends on the complete upholstery construction, including covering materials, foam, fillings and interliners.

Always confirm the required specification and certification for the intended application before manufacturing or refurbishing commercial furniture.

Sewing, Cutting and Upholstery Applications

Carousel is suitable for professional furniture upholstery, including seat cushions, backs, arms, furniture panels and decorative upholstered components.

When making cushion covers, selecting suitable Upholstery Sewing Threads & Twines helps produce durable seams and a professional finish.

For decorative cushion edges and traditional furniture detailing, see Upholstery Piping Cords.

Removable cushion covers may also require appropriate Upholstery Zips & Sliders.

Accurate cutting and fitting are essential, particularly when working with woven fabrics.

For additional furniture-making accessories, see the complete Upholstery Workroom Supplies.

Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Manufacturer	Chieftain Fabrics
Collection	Carousel
Fabric type	Woven contract upholstery
Composition	59% recycled cotton / 41% polyester
Width	137cm
Weight	520gsm
Abrasion resistance	200,000 Martindale rubs
Fire performance	BS5852 Crib 5
Cleaning technology	Aquaclean™
Antimicrobial treatment	Safefront®
Standard roll length	25 metres

Fabric Colours, Samples and Ordering

Carousel is available in a selection of colours suitable for furniture designs and coordinated commercial interiors.

Screen resolutions, lighting conditions and monitor settings may affect colour appearance. Physical fabric samples are recommended before ordering, particularly where accurate colour matching is important.

For larger upholstery projects, ordering sufficient material from the same manufacturing batch is recommended to minimise potential shade variations.

Chieftain Carousel is a contract upholstery fabric made from 59% recycled cotton and 41% polyester, combining a woven appearance with durability.

It has Aquaclean™ stain-cleaning technology, 200,000 Martindale abrasion resistance and Crib 5 fire performance. This 137cm-wide fabric is used for sofas, chairs, restaurant seating, hotels, offices and demanding commercial upholstery.

• Fabric weight: 520gsm
• Composition: 59% recycled cotton / 41% polyester
• Easy-clean Aquaclean™ technology
• BS5852 Crib 5 certified

Screen colours may vary; samples are recommended.