Barrier Cloth Flame Retardent

Product Description

This is a type of heavy quality calico used under fixed upholstery fabric. In some cases this is necessary in order to make a non FR top fabric (minimum content 75% natural fibres) conform to British Fire regulations - see FIRA web site for more information.
Please refer to current Fire regulations to confirm that your fabric has the correct content for this to apply
This cloth is made of 100% cotton and meets Crib 5 (Source 3) Fire regulations.
10% off metre price when ordering 10metres or more. Please do not use the lower metre price to order quantities of less than10 metres as your order may be delayed whilst further payment is collected.

Key Features

Barrier Cloth Flame Retardent: Calico available in 3 colour/size options.

Product Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Barrier Cloth Flame Retardent used for?

Barrier Cloth Flame Retardent is used to finish the underside of upholstered furniture, covering the frame and internal workings with a neat, professional dust cover. Also used as a platform cloth on seat bases.

What is the difference between bottom cloth and calico?

Bottom cloth (also called dust cover fabric) is a lightweight non-woven or woven fabric used on the underside of furniture. Calico is an unbleached cotton fabric used under the top cover, over padding, to create a smooth base. Both are available from Upholstery Warehouse.

What width is this lining available in?

Widths vary — the specific width for this product is shown in the product title or description above. Standard widths for bottom cloth are typically 180cm or wider.

How is bottom cloth attached to furniture?

Bottom cloth is folded under and secured with a staple gun or tacks around the perimeter of the furniture base. Cut slightly larger than the base area to allow for folding and stapling.

Why choose Upholstery Warehouse for linings and bottom cloth?

Upholstery Warehouse supplies professional linings and bottom cloth to trade upholsterers across the UK at competitive trade prices, with consistent UK stock and fast despatch.