Fire Retardant Faux Leather Vinyl | Solid & Diamond Pattern (BS5852)

Upgrade your upholstery with our heavy-duty Fire Retardant Faux Leather Vinyl. Designed to mimic the grain and texture of genuine leather, this 100% PVC fabric offers superior durability, complete waterproofing, and essential safety certifications for both home and commercial use.

Available in two distinct finishes:

• Solid: A smooth, classic leather grain texture.

• Diamond: A stylish embossed diamond pattern (simulating a quilted look) often used for feature panels in car interiors and bar stools.

Why Choose This Vinyl?

• Certified Safety: Complies with BS5852 Fire Safety Standards, making it legally suitable for use in public spaces like restaurants, bars, salons, and gyms.

• Waterproof & Wipe Clean: The non-porous PVC surface repels water, oil, and spills. Simply wipe it down with a damp cloth—ideal for kitchen chairs and high-traffic seating.

• Heavy Weight (460 GSM): This is a proper upholstery weight vinyl. It is thick enough to withstand daily sitting but flexible enough to stretch around corners.

• Weather Resistant: Suitable for boat interiors and campervan seating as it resists moisture and mold better than fabric.

Ideal Uses

• Commercial Upholstery: Restaurant booths, bar stools, dentist chairs, and gym benches.

• Automotive: Car door cards, campervan rock-and-roll beds, and motorbike seats.

• Home Furnishings: Dining chairs, headboards, and bean bags.

• Crafts: Bag making, key fobs, and heavy-duty aprons.

Specifications

• Material: 100% PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride)

• Weight: 460 GSM (Heavy Upholstery Weight)

• Width: 137cm – 140cm (approx. 54 inches)

• Safety Certification: BS5852 (Cigarette & Match Test)

• Backing: Knitted Scrim (provides strength and stretch)

Expert Tips for Sewing Vinyl

• No Pins: Pins leave permanent holes in vinyl! Use Wonder Clips or masking tape to hold your layers together.

• Teflon Foot: Vinyl is “sticky” and can drag under a standard metal sewing foot. Use a Teflon (Non-Stick) Foot or a Walking Foot for smooth feeding.

• Needle Choice: Use a Leather Needle (Size 90/14 or 100/16). These have a specialized cutting point that pierces the tough PVC coating without skipping stitches.