Materials and Fabrics

LUWISS offers the possibility to choose from 100% natural materials, some of which have certifications (Oeko Tex, GOTS), materials made from synthetic fibers, some of which also have a non-toxicity or re Global Recycled Standard certification, or to combine these materials to create the comfort that best meets your preferences and values.

Top view of an arrangement of materials and coverings for upholstered furniture: at the bottom left, a set of two legs in wood and brushed aluminum metal, above some scattered decorative nails and some examples of coverings in various colors presented in a fan and in a pile at the top right.
Matériaux et tissus

Naturals Materials

50/50 laine/polyester

50/50 wool/polyester

Country of origin : Canada

Use : in cushions, pillows, mattresses and fabrics

Durability : very long lasting, for life if re-carded

Healthy or Toxic Choice? : wool breathes naturally and does not accumulate sweat and body odors. It offers natural antibacterial protection.

Optional : 100% natural wool

Chanvre

Hemp

Country of origin : Canada

Use : in cushions, pillows, mattresses and fabrics

Durability : very durable felt, less resistant as upholstery fabric

Healthy or Toxic Choice? : definitely a healthy choice. Hemp cultivation is done without pesticides.

Coton

Cotton

Country of origin : USA, India, Asia

Use : in cushions, pillows, mattresses and fabrics

Durability : ultra long lasting if used as felt; fabric durability can vary greatly

Healthy or Toxic Choice? : Organic cotton does not show any traces of pesticides, but growing cotton requires pesticides that can end up in our fibers

Mousse latex naturelle

Natural Latex Foam

Country of origin : Amazon, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh

Use : in cushions, pillows and mattresses

Durability : very long lasting, oxidation tends to disintegrate it into dust over time

Healthy or Toxic Choice? : Our natural latex is non-toxic and Oeko Tex certified.

Jute

Jute

Country of origin : India, Bengladesh

Use : in cushions, pillows, mattresses and fabrics

Durability : very long lasting

Healthy or Toxic Choice? :natural fiber, no trace of toxicity.

Écales de sarrasin

Buckwheat hulls

Country of origin : Canada / Quebec

Use : in cushions and pillows

Durability : very durable, but provide additional hulls to compensate for sagging

Healthy or Toxic Choice? : wool breathes naturally and does not accumulate sweat and body odors. It offers natural antibacterial protection.

Maintenance: remember to air the hulls occasionally (1 to 2 times per year)

Synthetic Materials

Feutre de fibres recyclées

Felt made from recycled fibers

Country of origin : Canada / Quebec

Use : Structural padding and protection of suspension springs

Durability : very long lasting

Healthy or Toxic Choice? :The analyses do not show any traces of toxicity (VOCs)

Mousse polyuréthane

Polyuréthane foam

Country of origin : Canada / Quebec

Use :in cushions, pillows and mattresses

Durability : very high variability of durability depending on density

Healthy or Toxic Choice? :Petroleum-based material, now fire retardant-free, does not release VOCs

Covering choice

Not all types of coverings are suitable for all furniture. There is an almost infinite number of possibilities and options. So you have to find the right one and find the one that will best meet your needs and preferences.

two stacks of several fabrics of different shades

Do you live alone or do you have a crowd at home? Will the furniture be mainly decorative or will it be used daily? Do you suffer from a particular condition or allergy to certain products or fibers? Do you have pets, cats that scratch your furniture? All of this and many other aspects can influence your choice, well beyond the color of the fabric and its texture.

Close-ups of a LUWISS logo applied to a fabric

Fabrics

Natural or synthetic composition, velvet, felt, woven, knit, patterned, plain, striped or polka dot, you will be guided to find the right fabric that you like and that meets your needs.

close-up of a seat covered in black full-grain leather

Genuine leather

Full grain leather is 100% real leather. No laminated fake leather! It is important that it is dyed throughout its thickness to avoid snags and wear over time.

close-up of a LUWISS logo applied to vegan leather or vinyl

Vegan leathers and vinyls

Also called faux leather, these types of coverings are made from polyurethane, polyvinyl or plants. Multiple options are available.

Cat-proof sofa - Do cat-proof fabrics exist?

Cat friendly fabrics

LUWISS tested hundreds of fabrics to see how they were resistant to scratching. Some of them really stood out. Click HERE for a harmony between cat and sofa.

Some of our partners

Whether it is for our fabrics and covering materials, wooden structural elements and other upholstery materials and products.

100% natural fibres certified fabrics

Two sisters

Various fabrics including Oeko Tex, Global Recycled Standard and FiberGard

JF Fabrics

Various fabrics including Oeko Tex and FiberGard

Fabricut

Various fabrics including 100% natural fabrics

Threadcount

Various fabrics including Oeko Tex and FiberGard

Maxwell

Various fabrics including Oeko Tex and FiberGard

Alandel

Fabrics and other household items

Artisan Moderne

By appointment: a plethora of high quality fabrics

Crescendo Gala

Non-toxic fabrics and materials

Oeko Tex

GOTS logo

Sustainable and fair practices

GOTS

Sustainable and fair practices

EcoCert

Non-toxic water-based adhesive

Simalfa

Cutting and management of ash wood cut on Montreal Island (in French)

Bois Public

Invasive exotic plants: Norway maple (in French)

Fédération des producteurs forestiers

Globally recognized responsible forest management solution

FSC Certified Wood

Paneaux de contreplaqué de qualité supérieure sans formaldéhide (COV)

Pure Bond plywood

Some fabrics can be treated to be more resistant to cat claws.

Drawing of a cat doing his nails on a pièce of furniture

Some fabrics can be treated to be more resistant to cat claws.

For more information on upholstery fabrics that offer resistance to cat claws, visit this page HERE

If you have a cat(s) and want to better protect your sofa, find out about our treatment that improves the resistance to clawing and scratching by our feline friends.

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Examples of custom sofas

Sofa Bast