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What fabric for our Ethan Allen chairs?

9 years ago

We bought these lovely chairs from Ethan Allen 5 years ago. I loved the spa blue color and we were told the fabric was easy to clean and maintain. We've had them professionally cleaned several times and they look awful:( We are going to recover them- but don't want a solid neutral as our couch is camel colored. Don't want leather because we have leather in our other family room. Any suggestions on a fabric that would look fabulous and clean well? Thanks in advance!

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J D
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
The problem is that the material is so light and gets dirty easily right? I think you should do the same color in a darker shade! That would look great. And scotchguard will help keep stains away!

http://www.design-char.com/how-choose-right-upholstery-fabric

Some info on fabrics on this site.
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J D
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
Another product is called fiber seal and will keep stains away. Specifically designed for things like throw pillows, the chemicals are way better for you than those in scotchguard.

Black chairs might be cool but I don't think that's the look you're going for.
nmsg thanked J D
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