mohair velvet Archives

6 November 20155 April 2026

Fabric Treatment Companies – FR Flameproofing

We are often asked to recommend fabric treatment companies for flame retarding in contract installations. Most treatment companies offer other services such as; back coating fabric for walls and stain resistance/repellency. There are several such companies in the UK and at various times we have used all of the following:

Essex Flameproofing,

Textiles FR, and

TEK Treatments

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13 September 2015

Maurizio Pellizzoni – Ascot Lodge

Source: Maurizio Pellizzoni | MPD London – Ascot Lodge

Nice geometric layout from Pellizzoni MPD, we particularly love the brown mohair velvet-esque fabric upholstered wide chairs (to the side) with contrasting and textured cushions.

KOTHEA have a wide range of contract and residential fabrics including many types of faux leather

20 October 20146 April 2026

What is Mohair Velvet?

Mohair velvet is a fabric ideally suited for upholstery. The mohair wool from which it is made is 100% natural and is inherently fire retardant, usually to contract (hotel) standards. It is also typically hard-wearing, making it suitable for a busy home, a home cinema, a restaurant, or a hotel.

Mohair wool comes from a goat. Other natural wools from alpaca or sheep have similar properties. Mohair velvet is simply the most widely known for upholstery use. Cotton, linen, and silk are all natural fibres that can be made into velvets. Man-made fibres such as Trevira, viscose, and nylon can also be made into velvets, either alone or mixed with natural fibres.

For full specification data including Martindale rub counts and inherent Crib 5 fire ratings across the Kothea mohair velvet range, see the mohair velvet upholstery page.