Contract Fabric For Hospitality And Office

Demanding environments must encompass beautiful fabrics. Style can surpass the exacting standards expected for Fire Rating (FR).

Our understanding of the environments in which our fabrics are used has enabled us to bring designers a true aesthetic choice, whilst adhering to detailed and comprehensive usage requirements.

As part of our service we are able to advise on the suitability of any of our fabrics for specific uses including Martindale rub test results, Crib 5 fire certification, and colour fastness.

For a complete guide to specifying fabric for hotel and hospitality projects, including Martindale thresholds by room type, BS 7176 fire certification, cleaning regime compatibility, and dye lot strategy, see: How to Specify Fabric for Hotel and Hospitality Projects. A downloadable specification checklist is also available from that page.

For fabric sustainability certifications — GOTS, Oeko-Tex, and the Responsible Wool Standard — see our fabric sustainability certifications guide. For fabric specification in healthcare environments, see our healthcare fabric guide. For fabric decisions at each RIBA Plan of Work stage, see our RIBA Plan of Work fabric guide.

Quick answers

Can I buy contract fabric from KOTHEA?
Yes. KOTHEA supplies contract-grade upholstery and curtain fabric to the trade: interior designers, architects, and contractors. The range covers mohair velvet, faux leather, linen, and textured weaves rated to BS 5852 Crib 5, BS 7176, or IMO as required. To buy, request cuttings to confirm colour and specification, then place a trade order by the metre. Contact KOTHEA for a quotation, lead times, and to open a trade account.

How do I specify and order contract fabric for a project?
Confirm the fire rating, Martindale or Wyzenbeek rub count, and cleaning code required for the environment, then request cuttings of the ranges that meet the specification. KOTHEA can advise on suitability for hospitality, office, healthcare, and marine applications. Once confirmed, place a trade order for the required quantity, reserving a single dye lot for larger or phased orders. KOTHEA supplies to the trade only.