Chieftain Legend Contract Vinyl

Chieftain Legend Textured Upholstery Vinyl

Chieftain Legend is a traditional leather-look upholstery vinyl combining a distinctive textured grain with a practical, wipe-clean surface.

Available in nine classic colours, this faux-leather upholstery fabric is particularly suited to domestic furniture, decorative seating and furniture restoration projects where a traditional appearance is preferred.

The pronounced surface grain gives Legend a more natural leather-inspired appearance than a smooth, plain vinyl. Its carefully chosen colour palette works particularly well with timber-framed chairs, period-inspired furniture, upholstered footstools and traditional interiors.

All nine shades are available through this single product. Simply choose your colour from the variations above to view its corresponding image and order the required quantity.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Chieftain Fabrics
• Collection: Legend
• Material: Phthalate-free PVC surface
• Backing: 100% recycled polyester
• Width: Approximately 137cm
• Weight: Approximately 625gsm
• Thickness: Approximately 1mm
• Abrasion resistance: 40,000 Martindale rubs
• Bursting strength: Greater than 1,000kPa
• Surface: Textured leather-look grain
• Colours: Nine
• Supply: Sold by the linear metre
• Intended use: Domestic upholstery and suitable decorative furniture

The manufacturer's fire-performance information includes EN 1021 Parts 1 and 2 and the relevant UK domestic upholstery ignition tests.

Legend is not specified as a Crib 5 upholstery vinyl.

Choose from Nine Legend Colours

The Legend collection offers a traditional selection of neutrals, browns, reds, green and charcoal.

Available colours:

• Antelope, a light, warm neutral
• Briar, a classic brown shade
• Buffalo, a rich brown leather-look finish
• Burgundy, a traditional deep red
• Charcoal, a dark grey
• Fern, a classic green
• Garnet, a rich red tone
• Oporto, a wine-inspired shade
• Truffle, a natural earthy brown

Choose a colour from the variations above to see the corresponding product image.

The combination of a textured grain and traditional colour palette makes Chieftain Legend particularly effective for coordinating upholstered furniture with stained timber, decorative nails, piping and established interior colour schemes.

Screen colours may differ from the actual material. Where an exact match is important, assess a physical sample before purchasing.

Traditional Leather-Look Furniture Upholstery

Legend is particularly well suited to furniture designs where the appearance of natural leather is desirable without using genuine hide.

The pronounced grain provides visual depth and character, making it useful for restoring traditional seating or updating furniture with a classic faux-leather finish.

Typical applications include:

• Dining chair seats and backs
• Traditional armchairs
• Upholstered footstools and ottomans
• Dressing-table and bedroom chairs
• Decorative headboards
• Desk and occasional chairs
• Upholstered benches and window seats
• Domestic furniture restoration

Legend can also be used for selected lower-demand commercial projects where its technical specification meets the intended requirements.

For new seating or replacement padding,

Understanding Legend's Durability and Fire Performance

Chieftain Legend has an abrasion resistance of approximately 40,000 Martindale rubs.

This makes it suitable for many domestic seating applications, but it should not be confused with the much higher abrasion specifications available from heavy-duty contract vinyl collections.

The manufacturer's stated fire performance includes EN 1021 Parts 1 and 2 and UK domestic furniture ignition-test requirements.

Legend is not specified as a BS 5852 Crib 5 covering.

For furniture requiring Crib 5 certification or specialist commercial performance, explore the wider Chieftain Contract Upholstery Vinyl Range.

The fire performance of completed furniture depends on the covering, foam, fillings and overall construction. Always confirm the requirements for the intended application.

Cutting and Sewing Textured Upholstery Vinyl

Legend is approximately 137cm wide and supplied by the linear metre.

Before ordering, measure all the furniture panels, including seats, backs, arms, borders and any piping.

Allow sufficient additional material for seam allowances, fixing, shaping and cutting waste.

Because Legend has a textured surface, maintain a consistent grain direction across adjoining upholstery panels where necessary.

For sewn furniture covers, choose suitable Upholstery Sewing Threads and check the stitch construction on a sample.

Avoid unnecessary unpicking, as needle holes can remain visible in vinyl upholstery.

also supplies Upholstery Shears & Snips, Upholstery Staples and Staple Guns & Tackers for furniture manufacture and restoration.

Padding and Finishing Upholstered Furniture

A smooth, well-supported foundation is important when fitting textured faux leather.

Worn foam, uneven padding or damaged support can remain visible beneath the finished vinyl, particularly across broad seat and back panels.

Suitable Polyester Wadding may help soften foam edges and improve the finished upholstery profile.

When attaching polyester wadding to foam, use compatible Upholstery Spray Adhesive to help prevent movement and bunching during cover fitting.

For traditional furniture finishes, consider decorative nails, piping or upholstered buttons to complement the leather-look grain.

Browse Status Fabrics' Buttoning & Finishing range for suitable upholstery details.

Cleaning and Care

For everyday cleaning, remove loose dust and wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth.

Mild soapy water may be used for routine cleaning where permitted by the manufacturer's care instructions.

Avoid abrasive pads, solvents, aggressive cleaning chemicals and unsuitable polishes that may damage the PVC surface.

Pay particular attention to colour transfer from clothing, especially on lighter shades.

Always follow the latest manufacturer cleaning recommendations and test unfamiliar cleaning products on an inconspicuous area.

Legend or Just Colour Upholstery Vinyl?

The choice between these Chieftain collections depends on appearance and intended performance.

Choose Legend when a traditional leather-grain texture and classic furniture colours are the main priorities.

Choose Chieftain Just Colour when a much wider selection of plain colours and heavier-duty contract performance are required.

For other textures and technical specifications, see the Chieftain Contract Vinyl Range.

Chieftain Legend is a textured, leather-look upholstery vinyl available in nine classic colours. Use it for traditional chairs, footstools, dining seats and domestic furniture, it combines a grain with a practical wipe-clean finish.

Width: 137cm | Sold by the metre

Choose a colour to see its image. Colours may vary due to screen resolutions and settings. Samples available on request.