Ultimate Guide to Upholstery Fabric Durability: Understanding Testing & Ratings for Lasting Quality

Описание: Have you ever seen the terms "rub count", "rubs", "double rubs", or even "cycles" on the label of an upholstery fabric, and you were wondering what does rub count mean or what those terms have to do with the fabric? In this video you'll learn about two testing methods, the Wyzenbeek Abrasion Resistance Test and the Martindale Resistance Test, that measure how long a fabric can withstand resistance to abrasion. The test results, listed as rub counts or cycles, rate the fabrics on how durable they are which lets us know what would be appropriate uses for the fabrics. If you are looking for a new sofa or an upholstered chair, you'll see a range of fabrics to choose from, all of which have been rated for durability so that you can choose a fabric that meets your needs.

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There are a number of YouTube channels that have videos showing the Wyzenbeek and Martindale tests in action. Here are a couple of options for you to check out.
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The Difference Between Wyzenbeek and Martindale Fabric Testing:    • The Difference Between Wyzenbeek & Martind...  
Martindale Abrasion Test:    • Martindale Abrasion Test | GORE-TEX  
Wyzenbeek Textile Fabric Abrasion Testing Method:    • Wyzenbeek Textile Fabric Abrasion Testing ...  
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Video Chapters
0:00 How is Fabric Durability Measured?
2:00 What is the Wyzenbeek Test?
2:35 What Does Double Rub or Rub Count Mean?
3:18 What is the Martindale Rub Test?
4:25 What Do These Fabric Durability Tests Tell Us?
6:03 What are Rub Ratings for Light Use Upholstery
6:57 What are Rub Ratings for Heavy Use Upholstery
7:40 What Do Upholstery Fabric Rub Ratings Mean?
8:20 Where To Use a High Rub Count Upholstery Fabric
9:26 What Does Contract Grade Mean?
10:09 How To Know How Durable an Upholstery Fabric Is?





















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