The choice of upholstery for upholstered furniture is of paramount importance for homeowners who have pets. In this case, it is recommended to pay attention to the "anti-claw". The fabric of this type refers to canvases with a dense weave of threads and a short pile. These are difficult to damage even an animal with very sharp "scratches". Furniture fabric "anti-claw" does not allow the claws of animals to penetrate inside, creating holes, loops and puffs.
Next, consider several varieties of materials with the indicated effect, which should be used as upholstery for upholstered furniture in the presence of pets in the house.
Flock
The material is a high-density fabric fabric, on which cotton, satin or twill villi are applied with glue. Small particles of these bases are arranged vertically. As a result, the fabric becomes soft and pleasant to the touch, and most importantly - resistant to animal claws.
Flock is a “anti-claw” (fabric) that perfectly tolerates mechanical stress. In addition, the material is easily cleaned of contaminants. Such products wear out extremely slowly, do not fade in the sun. Therefore, the upholstery of upholstered furniture made of flock is durable.
Velor
What are the advantages of such furniture fabric "anti-claw"? Consumer reviews speak of it as extremely resistant to damage. Velor is a widespread type of fabric. The material is actively used in the production of upholstered furniture, the design of which involves the creation of sophisticated, complex shapes.
Usually velor has a homogeneous structure. Both artificial and natural villi are used for its manufacture. As in the previous case, a smooth, fairly dense structure protects the material from the impact of the teeth and claws of animals.
Jacquard
This is also an anti-claw fabric. The fabric has established itself as one of the most reliable means for the manufacture of durable upholstered furniture. The material has an increased density, so products covered with the canvases presented are ideal for placement in rooms where pets are used to frolicking.
Why does jacquard fall under the definition of "anti-claw" fabric? Expert reviews confirm that the threads here are intertwined as closely as possible. They are distinguished by their considerable thickness and rigid structure, which allows you to create truly stable canvases. Cause damagethis material is extremely difficult, since the increased frequency of weaving does not allow the teeth and claws of pets to catch on the threads and pull them out.
Tapestry
In appearance and fabric composition, the tapestry is extremely similar to jacquard. However, in the production of such material, denser and more elastic threads are used. The fibers here are formed from three strands intertwined with each other. Due to this, the tapestry fabric is distinguished by its impressive thickness and significant weight. To increase the density, synthetic elements are woven into the structure of the natural pile.
Besides the fact that the tapestry has an anti-claw effect, its appearance is beyond praise. Usually the material is produced in the form of woven fabrics, which display complex pictorial patterns. However, the cost of the material remains quite tangible for the average consumer.
Chenille
This fabric is also distinguished by its ability to resist the claws and teeth of pets. The composition contains an equal amount of natural and artificial fibers that are woven together in a spiral. Cloths are formed from threads laid transversely and longitudinally. Thus, the material acquires a high density and, accordingly, resistance to wear.
The amount spent on upholstery made of such a fabric will be moderate. At the same time, chenille will delight not only with the ability to maintain its attractive original appearance, despite regular mechanical stress. Its advantages also includevariety of colors, decorative motifs, pleasant to the touch structure.
"Anti-claw" (fabric): characteristics
In conclusion, let's consider what qualities materials for furniture upholstery with the effect of "anti-claw" have in general. The following is worth noting here:
- frequent, tight weave;
- presence of short villi;
- wear resistance;
- weak visual visibility of damage.
In the end
As you can see, fabrics with the “anti-claw” effect include quite dense, wear-resistant types of upholstery. The above types of canvases do not wear out over time, do not need careful and regular care, and bald spots do not form on their outer surface. Therefore, the presented materials are so in demand among pet lovers.
