Coated Upholstery

Coated Upholstery Solutions that Deliver

In today’s design landscape, coated fabrics are a versatile choice for a wide range of upholstery applications, offering both style and durability.

Performance First, Sustainability Always

Carnegie’s high-performance coated upholstery provides durable, PVC-free solutions designed for office, hospitality, healthcare, education, and multi-family markets. Combining beauty, performance, and sustainability, these innovative fabrics empower designers and end-users to move beyond traditional options.

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Key Considerations for Specifying Coated Fabrics

When choosing the right coated upholstery for your project, it’s important to keep the following factors in mind:

Performance

When selecting fabrics, consider their abrasion resistance for frequent use, cleanability for easy maintenance in high-traffic areas, and stain resistance for spaces prone to spills.

Aesthetics

Choose coated fabrics based on color, finish (glossy, matte, or leather-like), and whether you want a woven textile appearance to suit the design.

Material Health

Prioritize options that are free of PVC and meet health and sustainability standards, ensuring they are safe for occupants and environmentally responsible.

Budget

Coated fabrics vary in cost depending on factors such as material composition, finish, and performance features.

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See which coated fabric is the right solution for your project.

Siltech Plus Bio

Siltech Plus

Siltech

Vinyl Alternatives

Siltech Plus Bio

Biobased polyurethane made from corn starch with superior performance, durability, and cleanability

Siltech Plus

The Pinnacle of Performance. Silicone with superior performance, durability, and cleanability

Siltech

Coated fabrics made with all of the high performance attributes of silicone at an affordable price

Vinyl Alternatives

Like vinyl, but better

Type

Content

Biobased Polyurethane (Polycarbonate) + Silicone

Polyurethane (Polycarbonate) + Silicone

Clean Performance Urethane (CPU) + Silicone

Polycarbonate polyurethane

Durability

Abrasion

200k-500k DR

200k-500k DR

100k DR

250k-300k DR

Hydrolysis ISO 1419 (Tropical Test Method C)

15 Weeks

15 Weeks

10 Weeks

7-15 Weeks

Inherent Flame Resistance

Lightfastness

200 hours

200 hours

200 hours

200 hours

Cleanability

Bleach cleanable

Hospital-grade disinfectants

Inherently antimicrobial (Test Method AATCC 147)

Pen + Ink resistant

varies by pattern

Sustainability

Biobased (plant based) content

PVC-free

Finish-free

PFAS free

Health Product Declaration

No chlorine, formaldehyde, heavy metals, ozone depleting chemicals, plasticizers

Warranty

Warranty

10 years

10 years

5 years

5 years

Budget

Cost per yard (will vary with volume)

$55-79 per yard

$55-79 per yard

$49 per yard

$33-59 per yard

Unmatched Durability, Exceptional Performance – Carnegie’s Coated Fabrics are built to last, no matter the challenge.

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Industry-Leading Warranty

We back our Coated Upholstery with an exceptional 5-10 year warranty

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Why We Are Forever PVC Free

Carnegie has never, and will never, sell PVC—making us the only PVC-free company in the commercial textiles market. This commitment aligns with the growing demands of hospitality brands, universities, and healthcare systems for sustainable, safe materials.

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Curious for More?

Explore our Coated Fabrics guide for a deeper look at the different types we offer.