Fabric sourcing /
Why should an upholstery quote name the abrasion test method?
Use the test method and intended application to compare results. A cycle count alone leaves key information out.
Make the evidence comparable
Ask for the method, result, test date and exact construction tested. Keep Martindale and Wyzenbeek in separate columns. ACT cautions that abrasion results alone cannot predict how long a fabric will last.
Connect the result to a real seat
Write down whether the fabric will go on a private sofa or frequently used seating. Sew a corner and assess seam appearance and hand separately. Send the supplier the intended use and ask what evidence is available for that reference.