For pet owners, using vandal-proof sofas may be the only way to keep furniture in fair condition. Such models look no worse than ordinary ones, but they have much greater durability.
Features
The anti-vandal fabric used for upholstery is called that way. due to the present resistance to stains and mechanical damage. Protection, mainly from animals, is ensured by special weaving, and impregnation of the coating saves from pollution. Upholstery acts as a barrier to moisture, and also does not allow dust, fats or coloring particles. It is not wiped from frequent interaction with the body and is not afraid of animal claws.
In order to be sure that the element of furniture will survive the interaction with pets, it is imperative to find the mark “anti-claw” on the fabric.
This characteristic guarantees resistance to mechanical damage with sharp objects, including the claws of cats and dogs. Such a fabric has a high density and strength due to complex weaving, therefore, its service life is much longer than that of a conventional coating. Despite the presence of Teflon impregnation, the greenhouse effect is not created, and the upholstery surface remains pleasant to the touch. "Antikogot" is available in various colors and designs, and therefore fits into almost any interior.
Vandal proof fabric it does not fade in the sun, “bald spots” and subsidence do not form on it, so the sofa looks like new for a long time. Greasy and oily stains seem to “repel” from the surface, so cleaning is easy and simple.
The only drawback of such a coating is its increased cost.
Varieties of materials
Not every sofa upholstery fabric is anti-vandal. The necessary properties have a dense and smooth canvas on a synthetic basis. Weaving is carried out so that the fibers are in close contact with each other, leaving no gaps. As a result neither sharp objects, nor animal claws are simply capable of piercing the upholstery. Additionally, many fabrics are treated with Teflon, whose main task is to protect against stains and give the fabric strength.
Flock
Flock itself can have cotton, twill or satin as the basis, or even a combination of three fabrics. The canvases are covered with an adhesive layer, which, in turn, is covered with small artificial fibers. They are located in an upright position and quite thick, so the upholstery looks very neat and without "bald spots." The soft surface is pleasant to use, but remains fairly dense.
The fabric cloths underlying the flock are not afraid of the claws of pets, and the villi are quite simply cleaned of any contaminants.
Flock does not fade under the influence of sunlight and for a long time does not lose its attractive appearance. Moreover, the material which is not torn and not erased from frequent use is available in various colors and with various patterns.
Furniture suede
Furniture suede has a rather unusual composition, including cotton and polyester, treated with glue or a means for lamination. Besides, Teflon impregnated man-made material for added protection. The basis can be both woven and non-woven fabric, but the first has greater strength and a longer life.
The villi are made of Teflon-coated polyester. Upholstery made of furniture suede is pleasant to the touch, but at the same time it maintains high strength, without fear of animal claws, tears, or abrasions. The coating is quite easy to wash, and even with the accidental exposure to aggressive substances, it will not lose its original appearance.
Jacquard
Jacquard is a fairly common choice for upholstery. The strong basis and rather dense weaving of threads provide fabric reliability.
She is not afraid not only of the claws of animals, but even of their teeth.
Choosing a jacquard as a coating, you can be sure that neither hooks nor pieces of thread will appear on the furniture. The base does not fade even under heavy exposure to sunlight, and the surface itself is cleaned of dirt or stains without much effort.
Tapestry
The structure of the tapestry is in many respects similar to the structure of jacquard, therefore this material also has anti-vandal strength. However, the use of thicker threads provides the tapestry better quality. The weaving used to create the tapestry is also special - it is formed of three threads that are tightly intertwined. In most cases all threads are used natural, but sometimes artificial ones are added to them, which enhances the strength of the fabric.
It should be added that the tapestry cloth is quite heavy, and overweight is a disadvantage for many people. Another disadvantage of the material is the impossibility of wet cleaning.
Chenil
Chenille canvas is formed from natural threads, artificial threads, or a combination of both types. All of them are connected together in a spiral, with an additional interweaving of the pile, which provides the best quality material. Weaving can be both longitudinally and transversely. A dense base provides protection from animal claws, and versatile weaving extends the life of the product. Chenil, as a rule, comes in bright colors, and therefore looks very impressive.
A clear advantage of this material is its low cost.
Other
Other anti-vandal fabrics used to cover the sofa include relax This material is created from a mixture of cotton and polymers, the combination of which provides greater reliability. Nice fabric is not afraid of mechanical damage and even fire, and also rejects dirt and moisture. In order to clean the furniture, it will be enough to wipe it with a tissue towel soaked in soapy water.
Furniture Corduroy rarely used for upholstery, but nevertheless has good anti-vandal properties. Microfiber does not look very aesthetically pleasing, but it has high strength. Upholstery from this material is best used to purchase sofas in the nursery.
Scotchguard is a relatively new fabric, but it has already gained popularity due to its high quality and reliability. The material is not afraid of mechanical damage, as well as dirt and moisture.
Which one to choose?
In order to choose the best fabric for the upholstery of the sofa, several key factors must be considered.
The anti-vandal cover can be a whole upholstery of the sofa or it can be sold in the form of a cover or a cover for existing furniture.
In the presence of domestic animals, the base of the material should be strong enough to prevent claws from missing. If you want to provide only protection against spots and children's games, then you can choose a foundation with less reliability and a more natural composition. When inspecting the fabric, it is important to check that the surface is not deformed or damaged, and also covered with dust or dirt.
The shade of anti-vandal fabric, of course, is selected depending on the preferences of customers. Nonetheless in an apartment with pets, it is better to pick up dark or rather bright colors, since light ones will require more frequent cleaning. If the choice is nevertheless given in favor of pastel shades, then it makes sense to think about additional patterns or drawings.
Some experts even recommend purchasing a sofa whose color matches the color of the animal’s hair.
How to clean?
On the label of an anti-vandal product, as a rule, all the rules for its care are indicated. Usually, the owner needs to regularly vacuum the upholstery, and the stains that are created should be promptly removed with a damp sponge, soap or powder.
It is important to monitor and timely eliminate waterlogging, and also not to use aggressive cleaning products.
In an emergency, it is better to use folk remedies and try to eliminate the stain with soda, vinegar or ammonia.
Review Reviews
Actual customer reviews about anti-vandal sofa covers are, in principle, positive. The furniture upholstered in flock deserved special praise. Such a fabric has a long service life, during which it does not lose its original color. It is also noted puncture resistance and the absence of static electric. The material looks pretty attractive and is inexpensive.
One customer told me that a light-beige sofa with anti-vandal coating has been with her relatives for 15 years and looks like new. Despite the presence of a cat in the apartment, no clues on the surface do not occur. Another woman said that the upholstery from the flock of light shade successfully copes with all the stains that occur during children's games. To clean the furniture, just wipe it with a soft sponge.
A user who is a cat breeder wrote that her pets simply can’t scratch the anti-vandal cover of the sofa - they slide off it.Another adds that for this it’s not even necessary to purchase new furniture - just order an anti-vandal cover.
In the next video, you can watch the test of durability of sofas with anti-vandal upholstery.
