
What is Velvet?
, by Cloe de Vries, 3 min reading time
, by Cloe de Vries, 3 min reading time
A velvet chair or armchair is super comfortable and wonderfully soft. But what exactly is velvet? And what are the benefits of velvet? What is the difference between velvet, velvet and velvet? You will find the answers to all your questions in this blog!
WHAT IS VELVET REALLY?The velvet fabric originated in Asia and came to Europe around 1400. Velvet is a stylish fabric that is often used for sofas , armchairs , bar stools and dining room chairs . By bringing velvet into your home, you ensure a comfortable addition to your interior. Small loops are woven, creating a soft, shiny fabric. Velvet is wonderfully soft, very stretchy and very easy to maintain. Velvet furniture is very strong and is suitable for intensive residential use. You will certainly enjoy years of pleasure from a velvet piece of furniture!
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VELVET, VELOR AND VELVET?Let's get straight to the point: velour, velvet and velvet are (almost) the same. The difference is actually very simple, velvet is the English translation of velvet and the French translation is velvet. However, the small difference between velvet / velvet and velor is that the loops in velor can be woven or knitted. Velor is slightly heavier and is roughened more coarsely, so that the fabric has more structure, but less shine. As a result, the fabric is also less soft, but the chance of a sitting mirror is reduced.
WHAT TYPES OF VELVET FURNITURE ARE THERE?Are you already a fan of this beautiful fabric? Fortunately, there are different types of furniture available in the velvet fabric. A velvet sofa is a valuable addition to the living room. How about velvet bar stools at the bar table or opt for velvet dining room chairs to the dining room table ? A comfortable armchair in the living room is also not out of place. One thing is certain: velvet furniture creates a luxurious look and is very comfortable. In addition, the velvet furniture is made in several clothes. This gives your interior a cheerful look. Of course, the velvet furniture is also available in basic colors so that the furniture can always be combined with other interior styles and materials.
The velvet furniture from Interiøry is water resistant. This ensures that stains do not quickly penetrate the fabric. We also recommend vacuuming your velvet furniture and occasionally roughing up the hairs. This prevents a sitting mirror.
Benefits of velvet
Disadvantages of velvet
Have you found your favorite velvet furniture? You can easily order it online via the website. All our velvet furniture is made to combine easily with other fabrics, making it ideal. If you have ordered a velvet piece of furniture, you will receive it quickly. Of course the shipping is free. We would like to wish you a lot of fun with your velvet furniture!
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