5 Types of Furniture Fabric Tufting You Will Love

Tufting is type of accent anchoring on furniture giving its upholstery dynamic texture and sometimes, it can even add comfort to the design. It enhances its overall aesthetic. It is sometimes combined with stitching for added durability and attraction. Below are 5 types of furniture fabric and upholstery tufting you will absolutely love!

Button Tufting

In this tufting technique buttons are used in the center of each indent anchoring the tuft. Button tufting is used in a variety of other tufting techniques, such as block, diamond and even channel tufting. The Owen Armchair features distinct button tufting along its backrest. It comes in your choice of leatherette or velvet. It also comes in a variety of leatherette colors including, vintage tan, vintage black, or vintage dark gray.

Channel Tufting

Channel lines in horizontal or vertical stitches create a padded “filling” in between the two lines. It adds dimension and even more comfort. The Brody Velvet Sofa is a great example of all-over channel tufting on a clean, modern style. It comes in your choice of platinum or emerald.

Block or Biscuit Tufting

The fabric is stitched to create uniform squares or rectangles in a block formation. The Sussex Velvet Sofa is a great example of block tufting on its backrest. It comes in your choice of copen blue, blush, emerald, sapphire, or platinum.

Diamond Tufting

The fabric is pulled and fastened creating a diamond pattern. Diamond tufting is a classic tufting, providing extra cushioning in each tuft. This creates an even more comfortable lounge and / or seating experience. The Ellington Lounge Chair is a great example of diamond tufting along the backrest. It comes in your choice of wine, platinum, or emerald.

Blind Tufting

Last but not least, blind tufting can come in a variety of patterns. However, it will never show any accent or stitching showing the anchored fabric. This tufting technique is created by pulling and anchoring the fabric with a small, nearly invisible stitch. It is secured using a knot. It gives furniture a sleek and more minimal style. The Tustin Lounge Chair and Ottoman Set is a perfect example of blind tufting. It actually combines tufting techniques because it uses blind tufting in a block tufted style. It comes in your choice of black, red, or white.

Now that you’ve become familiar with the different types of tufting techniques, you can make searching for the type of style you want easier for your next big furniture buy!