Cura

Cura is a multi-purpose, two-coloured melange upholstery fabric made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester. It fuses modern performance with a warm, casual aesthetics and a soft, voluminous touch. The fabric’s matt, slightly heathered and natural-looking texture imitates the aesthetics of natural fibres, adding feel-good factor and a touch of classic luxury to any type of furniture.

  • 100% recyclable polyester
  • Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Design and colours are developed by Cenk Kivrikoglu

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
5-8 — 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
CA TB 117-2013
ASTM E 84 Class 1(Adhered)
BS 5852 Crib 5 (option flame retardant)

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

Acoustic test air flow resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
EN 29053 & ISO 9053-1 (airflow resistance) M104146/37 26 Feb 2019 PDF

Abrasion resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465 In accordance with EN 14465 96488 10 Apr 2018 PDF
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k 3-24458-5 21 Feb 2018 PDF

Pilling
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12945-2 94983 24 Feb 2018 PDF
ASTM D3511 Pilling 3-24458-2 14 Feb 2018 PDF

Colour fastness to light
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2022AN0130 24 Feb 2022 PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness 2022AN0130 24 Feb 2022 PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet 2022AN0130 24 Feb 2022 PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking 2022AN0130 24 Feb 2022 PDF

Breaking Force
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D5034 Breaking force 3-24458-3 14 Feb 2018 PDF

Seam slippage
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam 3-24458-4 16 Feb 2018 PDF
BS EN ISO 13936-2 206700 08 Mar 2018 PDF

Wash stability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 6330 6M 60 C PC Flat dry Dimensional Stability to Washing at 60dg.C 206700 08 Mar 2018 PDF

Flammability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match 35 kg/m3 CMHR foam 206700 08 Mar 2018 PDF
CA TB 117-2013 3-24458-6 13 Feb 2018 PDF
ASTM E 84 Class 1(Adhered) Adhered 3-39562-0 30 Jul 2020 PDF

Flammability with flameretardant treatment
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS 5852 Crib 5 (option flame retardant) 35 kg/m3 CMHR foam 23/61362F/09/23 15 Sep 2023 PDF

VOC emission
Test Condition No. Date Download
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1 961098C 29 Jan 2021 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% 20201005 05 Oct 2020 PDF
Internal test according BIFMA HCF 8.1 and ACT Method 1 1:10 Sodium Hypochlorite 5,25-6,25% 20220228 28 Feb 2022 PDF

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

Environmental data
Test Condition No. Date Download
LCA Summary Report 18 Oct 2024 PDF

Wash or dry cleaning P(W).

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

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Wash at 40°C degrees Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry
40°C shrinkage max 1.0%
Wash at 60°C degrees Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry
60°C shrinkage max 2.0%
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Creating a feeling of home

With its warm, casual, and nature-inspired aesthetics, Cura brings a residential feel to all types of workspaces.

Cura is a multi-purpose, two-coloured melange upholstery fabric made from 100% post-consumer recycled polyester. It fuses modern performance with a warm, casual aesthetics and a soft, voluminous touch. The fabric’s matt, slightly heathered and natural-looking texture imitates the aesthetics of natural fibres, adding feel-good factor and a touch of classic luxury to any type of furniture.

Feels like home

Moving away from the stereotypical office towards a residential style, Cura’s warm, casual, and soft expression is the ideal choice for bringing a relaxed feeling of home into the workplace. Use Cura for classic office furniture or lounge seating to transform workplaces into comfortable interiors that feels like home - or as the ideal choice for the home office.

Natural tones and daring brights

The Cura colour palette is inspired by nature, warm and soft with a bright dimension. It encompasses 50 colourways, spanning nature’s own shades and a multiplicity of greys to burgundy, soft pinks, and a variety of greens and blues. The fabric’s natural-fibre texture brings an authenticity and vibrancy to the colours that add to the warm and natural expression.  The  versatile palette fuses beautifully with a multitude of surface materials - from moulded plastic elements to light and dark wood, stones, and metals.

Grey & black melange

Grey or black fibres add a vibrant melange effect to each Cura colour. The grey melange colourways lighten up the palette, while the black melanges create darker colour alternatives and a more distinct melange expression. The melange effect helps to camouflage dirt, wear and tear even in the light versions, enhancing the durability of the fabric and contributing to extend the life of furniture.

Made from used plastic bottles

Cura consists of 100% post-consumer recycled polyester made from used plastic bottles that could otherwise have ended up in landfills or in nature. The clear, uncoloured bottles are shredded into small flakes, melted into tiny pellets, extruded into yarn, and finally spun into fabric.  The recycled polyester used for Cura is GRS certified (Global Recycle Standard) to verify the content of the recycled material and ensure traceability. Like the majority of Gabriel’s fabrics, Cura is also EU Ecolabel and OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified.

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Explore the Cura lookbook

Download the lookbook for design inspiration and a closer look at the captivating shades and tones within the Cura palette.

Cura Lookbook