Premium Smooth Velvet

Premium Smooth Velvet is a highly durable, heavyweight polyester knit velvet with a buttery soft feel and a refined matte finish. Designed with a short pile and rich, dimensional texture, it offers the look of high-end cotton velvet with the added resilience of a performance fabric.

This plush velvet features a smooth backing for excellent drape and is resistant to stains and spills, making it well suited for family- and pet-friendly spaces. Ideal for upholstery and home décor projects such as pillows, poufs, blankets, curtains, and statement accents, it also works beautifully for bags, accessories, and seasonal décor that require both durability and softness.

Fabric Details
Fiber Content 100% polyester
Construction Knit, warp knit (velvet pile)
Fabric Width 56 in (142 cm)
Printable Width 54 in
Weight 11.5 oz/sq yd (389 gsm)
Base Color White
Estimated Shrinkage Approx. 1-3.5% length × 0-1.5% width (some shrinkage may occur during printing and/or after washing; pre-wash recommended for most projects)
Pile Height 1 mm
Origin Fabric made in Turkey, printed in the USA using water-based inks
Printing Single-sided, digitally printed with eco-friendly, water-based inks

Performance
  • Abrasion (Wyzenbeek, cotton duck abradant): 50,000 + double rubs (ASTM D4157)
  • Abrasion (Martindale): 30,000 + cycles (ASTM D4966)
  • Pilling (1 severe - 5 none): 5
  • Crocking dry (1 high transfer - 5 none): 5 (AATCC TM 8)
  • Crocking wet (1 high transfer - 5 none): 5 (AATCC TM 8)
  • Colorfastness to light (1 high fading - 5 no fading): 60 hrs - 1 (AATCC TM 16.3)
  • Flammability: Cal TB 117 meets; UFAC; NFPA 260
  • Breaking strength: 50 + lbs both directions (ASTM D5034)
  • Tear strength: 6 + lbs both directions (ASTM D2261)
  • Snag strength (1 high pulls - 5 none): 5 (ASTM D3939)
Sewing Tips
  • Needle type: Universal Denim/Jeans
  • Needle size: 90 - 110
  • Thread size: 40 - 50
  • Thread type: 100% polyester, all-purpose
  • Stitch length: 10 - 12 stitches per inch (4 - 5 per cm)
Care
  • Wash separately in cool water on a gentle cycle
  • Tumble dry low (or use permanent press) and remove promptly to reduce wrinkles
  • Do not bleach
  • Do not dry clean
Best For
  • Throw pillows, poufs, and cushion covers
  • Blankets and cozy accents
  • Upholstery-style projects and durable decor
  • Bags, accessories, and seasonal decor
  • Curtains and soft furnishings that benefit from drape
Sustainability

Printed to order in the USA with water-based inks. Small-run production helps reduce excess waste while delivering vivid, detailed color on a durable velvet base.