What is stonewashed fabric and how is it made?
Stonewashed fabric is a textile that has been specially treated to create a softer, more relaxed finish. As its name suggests, the fabric is washed with natural pumice stones, which gently soften the surface fibers. This process enhances texture, improves drape and creates a subtle lived-in character, resulting in a relaxed yet refined appearance.
What makes stonewashed fabric suitable for interiors?
Stonewashed fabrics offer softness, flexibility and natural texture. Their relaxed drape and tactile quality make them well suited to upholstery, drapery and layered soft furnishings, bringing a calm and understated aesthetic to interior spaces.
Can stonewashed fabric be used for drapery and upholstery?
Yes. Stonewashed fabrics are highly versatile. Lighter constructions create fluid drapery with beautiful movement, while heavier weaves provide the strength and durability required for upholstery applications.
What does stonewashed fabric feel like?
Stonewashed fabric feels soft, supple and subtly textured. The process creates a relaxed, broken-in handle that is inviting to the touch while retaining the natural character of the fiber.
Which fabrics are most often stonewashed?
Natural fibers such as linen and cotton are most commonly stonewashed, as they respond particularly well to the process. Stonewashing enhances their softness, breathability and drape while preserving their distinctive natural character.
Do stonewashed fabrics fade or soften further over time?
Stonewashed fabrics have a naturally softened appearance that evolves gently with use. They may continue to become even softer over time, enhancing their relaxed character while maintaining their durability and performance.
Is stonewashed fabric available by the yard, and can I order samples?
Our stonewashed fabrics are available by the yard, offering flexibility across a wide range of interior projects. Samples can also be ordered to experience the texture, weight and finish before specifying. We ship samples and fabric orders throughout the United States, and customers are welcome to visit our New York showroom to explore the collection in person.
