Select

Characteristics

Design no.
2498 — Select
Application
upholstery
Composition
85% New Zealand wool, 15% Polyamide
Weight
510 g/lm — 16.45 oz/lin.yd
Width
140 cm — 55 inches

Environment

Environment, health, and safety
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100
EU Ecolabel
Meets Möbelfakta requirements
VOC emission
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1

Performance

Abrasion
200,000 — rubs martindale (EN ISO 12947-2)
100,000 — rubs martindale (ASTM D4966) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
4 — 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
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette
BS EN 1021-2 Match
BS 5852 Part 1 0,1 Cigarette & Match, The Furniture and Furnishing Regulations 1988
BS 5852 Crib 5
IMO MSC 307(88) Annex 1 part 8
MED Certificate IMO
IMO MSC 307(88) Annex 1 part 8 UK
MED Certificate IMO UK
CA TB 117-2013
Will also pass other flammability standards. Flame retardant performance is dependent upon the foam used. Contains no flame retardant chemicals.
US ACT pass
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crockingAATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking
ASTM D4966 Martindale (heavy duty)ASTM D4966 Martindale (heavy duty)
ASTM D4970 PillingASTM D4970 Pilling
CA TB 117-2013CA TB 117-2013
AATCC 16 Light fastnessAATCC 16 Light fastness
Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan. Multiple factors affect fabric durability and appearance retention.

Acoustic test air flow resistance

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
EN 29053 & ISO 9053-1 (airflow resistance)M104146/4607 Mar 2019PDF

Abrasion resistance

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465In accordance with EN 144652851400311 Sep 2023PDF
ASTM D4966 Martindale (heavy duty)3-26732-219 Jul 2018PDF

Pilling

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 12945-22851384911 Jul 2023PDF
ASTM D4970 Pilling3-26732-310 Jul 2018PDF

Colour fastness to light

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2101928A05 Feb 2019PDF
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 214438650004 Aug 2023PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness3-30842-121 Feb 2019PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet101928A05 Feb 2019PDF
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet28513829A113 Sep 2023PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking3-30842-021 Feb 2019PDF

Colour Fastness to Perspiration

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 105-E04101062-0426 Aug 2018PDF
AATCC 15 Perspiration3-27430-531 Jul 2018PDF

Seam slippage

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 13936-2101062-0426 Aug 2018PDF
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam3-26732-120 Jun 2018PDF

Flammability

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam10106226 Aug 2018PDF
BS EN 1021-2 Match20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam10214115 Oct 2018PDF
BS 5852 Part 1 0,1 Cigarette & Match, The Furniture and Furnishing Regulations 198820-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam101572-0110 Sep 2018PDF
BS 5852 Crib 550 kg/m3 CMHR foam10157205 Sep 2018PDF
IMO EC Declaration of Conformity EU,UK16 Jan 2025PDF
IMO MSC 307(88) Annex 1 part 8SH0167109 Jan 2025PDF
MED Certificate IMOSH0168507 Feb 2025PDF
IMO MSC 307(88) Annex 1 part 8 UK5316309 Jan 2025PDF
MED Certificate IMO UK5316607 Feb 2025PDF
CA TB 117-20133-26732-018 Jun 2018PDF

Breaking Force

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
ASTM D5034 Breaking force3-27430-401 Aug 2018PDF

VOC emission

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1237145-C13 Mar 2024PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
Material Safety Data Sheet30 Sep 2021PDF

Dry cleaning P(S)

Do not washDo not bleachDo not ironDry cleanDo not tumble dry

One of a kind!

With its sophisticated simplicity, superior durability and excellent stretch, Select is easy to like – and easy to use.

Select is a classic woollen upholstery fabric distinguished by its underplayed, unicoloured elegance and its basic, authentic look that exudes sublime craftsmanship and first class quality. The fabric’s tightly woven relief structure adds depth and textural dimension and brings the solid colours to life in a delicate interplay of light and shadow.

Easy to like – and easy to use

With its sophisticated simplicity, soft, rich texture and unique properties, Select is easy to like – and easy to use. It adds an extra dimension of superior functionality and classic elegance to all kinds of furniture and all types of interiors – from office landscapes to hotel lounges.

New colour trends and all-time classics

The extensive colour palette offers more than 58 colours to choose from including classic, all-time favourites as well as new colour trends. With a contemporary mix of cold and warm colours, eye-catching brights and graphic neutrals, there is a colour to match any piece of furniture and any interior design.

Superior abrasion resistance

With a rating of 200,000 Martindale, Select is extremely durable and highly suitable for heavy use environments. The fabric ages beautifully, has a long life expectancy and becomes almost even more attractive with time. Distinguished by its excellent stretchability, the fabric is easy to use for upholstery and guarantees an efficient production process.