Grain

Grain is a post-consumer recycled polyester bouclé fabric and a celebration of the perfectly imperfect. With its fine texture and understated elegance, Grain redefines the bulky bouclé and gives it a contemporary, sophisticated vibe. Grain is designed in two versions that playfully complement each other and allow for creative combinations that integrate different tactile sensations in matching shades and tones. Choose between a solid version and a duo-coloured version.

  • 100% recyclable polyester
  • Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Design and colours are developed by Cenk Kivrikoglu

Characteristics

Design no.
2287 / 2288 — Grain
Application
upholstery
Composition
2287: 92% Post-consumer recycled polyester, 8% Polyester
2288: 80% Post-consumer recycled polyester, 20% Polyester
Weight
615 g/lm — 19.84 oz/lin.yd
Width
140 cm — 55 inches

US ACT

Pass
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking
CA TB 117-2013 CA TB 117-2013
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k
ASTM D3511 Pilling ASTM D3511 Pilling
AATCC 16 Light fastness AATCC 16 Light fastness

Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan

Performance

Abrasion
100,000 — rubs martindale (EN ISO 12947-2)
100,000 — double rubs wyzenbeek (ASTM D4157) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 12945-2)
Light fastness
5-7 — 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 28512393 10 Mar 2022 PDF
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k 22-000729 04 Mar 2022 PDF

Pilling
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12945-2 28512393 10 Mar 2022 PDF
ASTM D3511 Pilling 22-000729 04 Mar 2022 PDF

Colour fastness to light
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2022AN0401 12 Apr 2022 PDF
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2022AN0400 12 Apr 2022 PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness 2022AN0401 12 Apr 2022 PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet 2022AN0759 16 May 2022 PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking 2022AN0759 16 May 2022 PDF

Seam slippage
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 13936-2 28512394a 11 Mar 2022 PDF
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam 22-000729 04 Mar 2022 PDF

Colour fastness to dry cleaning
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-D01 28512394a 11 Mar 2022 PDF

Washing Fastness (change in colour)
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 - C06 28512394a 11 Mar 2022 PDF

Wash stability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 6330 6M 60 C PC Flat dry 28512451 17 Mar 2022 PDF

Flammability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match 35 kg/m3 CMHR foam 23/5413B/02/22 03 Mar 2022 PDF
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette 20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam 23/5413A/02/22 03 Mar 2022 PDF
CA TB 117-2013 22-00729 04 Mar 2022 PDF

Breaking Force
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D5034 Breaking force 22-000729 04 Mar 2022 PDF

VOC emission
Test Condition No. Date Download
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1 237145-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 210722 21 Jul 2022 PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet
Test Condition No. Date Download
Material Safety Data Sheet 17 Mar 2022 PDF

Wash or dry cleaning P(W).

Grain 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%
Grain 1E0A9736 Edit High
Grain 1E0A9970 Edit High Green
Grain 1E0A9791 Edit High

The perfect imperfections of nature

Grain is a post-consumer recycled polyester bouclé fabric and a celebration of the perfectly imperfect. It embraces a flawed beauty and asymmetric aesthetic inspired by the irregular textures of nature and the grained cement surfaces in contemporary architecture. With its fine texture and understated elegance, Grain redefines the bulky bouclé and gives it a contemporary, sophisticated vibe.

Adding depth and dimension

Grain’s rugged and unpredictable irregularity is created by numerous curled fibres, setting it apart from classic smooth weaves. The tactility adds texture, dimension, and visual softness to interior styling, and bring a sense of comfort, warmth, and premium style to all types of activity-based spaces – and to soft seating and contract furniture alike.

Mix textures for visual effect

Grain is designed in two versions that playfully complement each other and allow for creative combinations that integrate different tactile sensations in matching shades and tones to create visual effect. Choose between a solid version with a discreet mottled effect and a duo-coloured version characterised by an unpredictable pattern of distinctive dots.

Earthy tones and bold brights

The colour scale encompasses a total of 50 shades, featuring 25 solids and 25 duo-coloured versions. The palette is predominated by earthy tones, tannic shades, and neutrals, including ochre, browns, and greys, which complement the fabric’s natural effect and contribute to creating warm interiors. The palette also spans a range of deep brights – reds, blues, greens, orange, and yellow - for bold colour injections.

Recycled and certified

The solid versions of Grain contain 92% post-consumer recycled polyester while the duo-coloured versions contain 80% post-consumer recycled polyester. The fabric’s environmental credentials are further documented by STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®. 

Grain

Explore the Grain lookbook

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

Grain Lookbook