Blend

Blend is a low impact, 100% post-consumer recycled polyester melange fabric with a dash of vintage and a classic, woollen suit-like expression. The design stands out with its visibly irregular structure and subtle mottled details that add an elegant and jazzy edge to the classic look.

  • 100% recyclable polyester
  • Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Designed by: Cenk Kivrikoglu
Colours designed by: Gabriel Design Team

Performance

Abrasion
100,000 — rubs martindale (EN ISO 12947-2)
100,000 — double rubs wyzenbeek (ASTM D4157) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 12945-2)
Light fastness
7-8 — scale 1-8, max. 8 (EN ISO 105-B02)
Rubbing fastness dry/wet
4-5 /4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 105x12)

Flammability

Certificates
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette
CA TB 117-2013

Will also pass other flammability standards. Flame retardant performance is dependent upon the foam used. Contains no flame retardant chemicals.

Abrasion resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465 In accordance with EN 14465 28511919 06 Sep 2021 PDF
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k 21-004876 20 Aug 2021 PDF

Pilling
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12945-2 28511876 20 Aug 2021 PDF
ASTM D3511 Pilling 21-004876 20 Aug 2021 PDF

Colour fastness to light
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2021AN1716 23 Jul 2021 PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness 2021AN1716 23 Jul 2021 PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet 28511919 06 Sep 2021 PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking 21-004876 20 Aug 2021 PDF

Flammability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match 35 kg/m3 CMHR foam 23/58848B/08/21 24 Aug 2021 PDF
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette 20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam 23/58848A/08/21 24 Aug 2021 PDF
CA TB 117-2013 21-004878 24 Aug 2021 PDF

Colour Fastness to Perspiration
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-E04 28511876 20 Aug 2021 PDF

Seam slippage
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 13936-2 28511876 20 Aug 2021 PDF
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam 21-004878 24 Aug 2021 PDF

Breaking Force
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D5034 Breaking force 21-004878 24 Aug 2021 PDF

Wash stability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 6330 6M 60 C PC Flat dry 2021AN2268 21 Oct 2021 PDF

VOC emission
Test Condition No. Date Download
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1 981089-C 24 Jan 2024 PDF

Resistance to Bleach Cleaning
Test Condition No. Date Download
Internal test according BIFMA HCF 8.1 and ACT Method 1 1:10 Sodium Hypochlorite 5,25-6,25% 22 Nov 2021 PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet
Test Condition No. Date Download
Material Safety Data Sheet 30 Sep 2021 PDF

Wash or dry cleaning P(W).

Blend is made of polyester which is a material suited for environments with special requirements for cleaning.

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Wash at 60°C degrees Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry
60°C shrinkage max 1.5%
Wash at 74°C degrees Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry
74°C shrinkage max 2.0%
Blend 8714 Edit High
Blend 8680 Edit High
Blend 8712 Edit High

CLASSIC ELEGANCE WITH A JAZZY EDGE

Blend is a low impact, 100% post-consumer recycled polyester melange fabric with a dash of vintage and a classic, woollen suit-like expression. The design stands out with its visibly irregular structure and subtle mottled details that add an elegant and jazzy edge to the classic look.

High tactile sensation

A distinguishing feature is the fabric’s high tactile sensation and innovative look and feel. Blend offers a matt, all-natural expression, a slightly ruffled surface, and a soft touch that adds a comfy, homey vibe to all types of office chairs, soft seating furniture, and screens designed for flexible workspaces.

Dark palette with a splash of colour

The colour scale encompasses 24 melange blends with an excess of darker colours that beautifully enhance the design’s melange effect. The dark-toned melanges are accompanied by a few splashes of colour including softly muted versions of blue, red, and yellow. The palette includes an extensive scale of greys from light, soft greys to dark charcoal that elegantly complement the fabric’s classic look and texture.

Excellent colour performance & durability

Combining excellent colour performance, superior light fastness, and a rating of 100,000 Martindale, Blend is designed for longevity and keep furniture looking new and attractive year after year. With its distinct yet non-directional pattern, excellent stretch and cutting properties, the fabric is easy to upholster with and adapts beautifully to all types of contract furniture.

Low impact fabric

Blend is a low impact fabric, boasting a reduced environmental footprint due to optimised and resource-efficient production processes. The use of water and chemicals have been cut down to an absolute minimum, ensuring that the volume of wastewater that need treatment before being returned to nature is significantly reduced. Energy consumption has also been reduced to further optimise the fabric’s environmental performance. Blend carries the EU Ecolabel and is certified in accordance with OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100.