Chieftain Riviera Contract Vinyl

Chieftain Riviera Contract Upholstery Vinyl

Chieftain Riviera is a high-performance contract upholstery vinyl available in three distinctive colours: Marseille, Menton and Toulon.

Combining a modern decorative surface with durability, Riviera is made for demanding upholstery environments where furniture needs to look attractive, withstand regular use and remain straightforward to clean.

Its fresh colour palette makes it particularly suitable for modern cafés, hospitality interiors, healthcare seating, offices and reception areas.

Select your preferred colour from the variations above to view the corresponding product image and order the quantity required.

Product Specifications

• Manufacturer: Chieftain Fabrics
• Collection: Riviera
• Surface: Phthalate-free PVC
• Backing: Cotton/polyester blend
• Width: Approximately 137cm (54")
• Weight: Approximately 915gsm
• Thickness: Approximately 1.35mm
• Bursting strength: 1,200+kPa
• Abrasion resistance: 1,000,000 Martindale rubs
• Fire performance: BS 5852 Ignition Source 5 (Crib 5)
• Additional testing: EN 1021 Parts 1 and 2
• Antimicrobial testing: ISO 22196 and ASTM G21
• Manufacturer's standard roll length: 25 metres
• Supply: Sold by the linear metre
• Colours: Marseille, Menton and Toulon

These specifications are based on Chieftain's published technical information. Current test certificates should be checked where a particular contract or furniture specification must be satisfied.

Choose from Three Riviera Colours

The Riviera collection offers a compact palette of modern upholstery colours inspired by the Mediterranean.

Marseille

A fresh, light blue shade suited to reception seating, relaxed hospitality interiors and modern furniture.

Marseille works particularly well with pale timber, white interiors and neutral upholstery schemes.

Menton

A soft lavender-inspired shade offering a distinctive alternative to conventional commercial upholstery colours.

Menton is particularly effective for feature seating, reception chairs and furniture designs where a subtle accent colour is preferred.

Toulon

A vibrant turquoise shade suited to modern cafés, leisure interiors, breakout spaces and upholstered furniture.

Toulon can introduce colour and character into commercial interiors while retaining the practical advantages of contract-grade vinyl.

Select your preferred shade from the colour variations above.

Screen colours may differ from the actual upholstery material. Physical samples are recommended where accurate colour matching is important.

Heavy-Duty Vinyl for Commercial Seating

Chieftain Riviera is made for furniture subjected to regular use, cleaning and handling.

Its abrasion resistance of 1,000,000 Martindale rubs makes it a strong candidate for demanding upholstery applications when combined with suitable furniture construction.

Typical applications include:

• Restaurant and café chairs
• Fixed booth and banquette seating
• Hotel lounge furniture
• Reception and waiting-room chairs
• Office breakout seating
• Commercial benches and stools
• Healthcare waiting areas
• Leisure and public-building furniture

The material's wipe-clean PVC surface is particularly useful where spills and everyday marks need to be removed more easily than from absorbent upholstery fabrics.

For new seating and refurbishment work,

Healthcare and Antimicrobial Upholstery

The Riviera range incorporates antimicrobial properties tested to ISO 22196 and ASTM G21.

These characteristics make it relevant to upholstery projects where hygiene and regular cleaning are important considerations.

Suitable applications may include healthcare waiting rooms, care-home furniture, examination seating, educational environments and public reception areas.

Antimicrobial performance is a material characteristic and does not replace established cleaning procedures, disinfection requirements or infection-control measures.

Always assess the intended environment and confirm that the chosen material meets the relevant procurement specification.

Crib 5 Fire-Retardant Contract Vinyl

Chieftain Riviera is tested to BS 5852 Ignition Source 5, commonly known as Crib 5.

The manufacturer also specifies EN 1021 Parts 1 and 2 and UK domestic furniture ignition-test requirements.

This fire-performance specification is relevant to commercial upholstery projects where Crib 5 is required.

However, the covering material's fire-test performance does not automatically certify the finished furniture. Foam, fillings, interliners and the complete construction must also satisfy the applicable requirements.

Where current certification is essential, obtain the manufacturer's technical documentation before production.

Cutting and Upholstering with Riviera Vinyl

Riviera is approximately 137cm wide and sold by the linear metre.

Before ordering, measure all seats, backs, arms, borders and other upholstery panels.

Allow additional material for seams, piping, shaped sections, cutting waste and any test pieces.

For sets of matching chairs or larger contract projects, order the full quantity together where possible. Small shade differences can occur between manufacturing batches.

Use suitable sewing and fixing methods, avoiding excessive tension and unnecessary stitching holes in the vinyl.

Foam, Padding and Furniture Preparation

The supporting upholstery materials can affect the appearance and durability of a finished vinyl covering.

Worn or uneven foam may produce an irregular surface, while incorrectly shaped cushions can create excessive stress around seams and furniture corners.

Choose suitable Upholstery Foam Sheets for the intended seating application.

Where appropriate, Polyester Wadding can help soften foam edges and improve the finished upholstery profile.

Wadding should be secured to foam using compatible Heavy Duty Spray Adhesive to help prevent shifting and bunching during cover fitting.

Cleaning and Care

Clean Riviera upholstery regularly using warm water, mild soap and a soft microfibre cloth or suitable soft brush.

Remove oil, grease and ink contamination promptly, then dry the surface.

Avoid solvents, chlorine-based cleaning products, abrasive pads, unsuitable chemical cleaners and wax polishes.

Dye transfer from clothing, particularly denim, can mark upholstery and may not be removable.

Follow the latest Chieftain cleaning instructions and test unfamiliar cleaning products on an inconspicuous area.

Riviera or Another Chieftain Vinyl?

Chieftain Riviera is particularly suited to customers seeking colours and heavy-duty contract performance.

For a much larger selection of plain colours, explore the Just Colour Range.

For traditional leather-grain styling, compare the Legend Range.

For other contemporary, heritage or specialist upholstery options, see the Chieftain Contract Vinyl Collection.

Chieftain Riviera is a heavy-duty Crib 5 contract upholstery vinyl in three shades: Marseille, Menton and Toulon. Use it for hospitality, healthcare, reception and commercial seating, with a durable, antimicrobial, 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.