I think I would go with leather with dogs and kids

Not looking for leather, thanks.

Does anyone know how to assess this fabric?

That’s a good point. My dogs don’t shed. They are pretty small and harmless however you never know what could happen. This line is on sale now. The price I was quoted was 3400 with the sale.

I’m so confused. There was a Hancock and Moore at the same price maybe I should rethink it. I was fantasizing about cuddling into the plush velour though. I always seem to slide off good leather. My room is also weird and narrow with doors and windows so I’m worried about how dark it is too. The other fabrics I picked were more expensive but I didn’t like them any better. I’m sort of hating having so many choices and so much mystery. I just read another post that said the frames are plywood. Now I’m wondering — Is this bad? 🤯

The “rubs” of the fabric is the best indicator of how it will wear.

Here is the combo of fabrics in Century Velvet Grade 16:

10% COTTON; 44% ACRYLIC; 4% NYLON; 42% POLYESTER;

Judy is there a way to find that out? All that is on the tags is this info (this is one of the others I picked that is more expensive):

Here is the fabric code from the floor sample in the century website https://www.centuryfurniture.com/fabric-detail.aspx?sku=90230-59

Update: my salesman didn’t know what he was talking about saying there are no other colors of the fabric on the couch! I found several others of the same fabric (90230) on the century website. https://www.centuryfurniture.com/fabrics.aspx

My next question, where can I see them and is it safe to assume they are all the same price?

It's safe to assume they will all be different prices.

When shopping for my dining room set, I got one price from one company.

Shopped around and found another furniture store (out of town) that could

order the identical chairs and table at substantially less price.

His overhead was less, of course, because he wasn't in "the big city".

I’m near Boston so there’s no avoiding the big city. But we have gone to NH to buy tax free and cheaper— however we were young then and they don’t deliver to us and even if we could get it home we wouldn’t be able to get it up the front stairs...

I’m wondering if it’s safe to assume the exact same fabric in a different color will be the same price? This fabric was 3400 but another one I chose was 5500! Same everything else and this one seems more family friendly.

This article discusses the various fabrics used in upholstery. Both Cotton and polyester are listed so you can read about each - https://www.upholsteryfits.com/types-of-fabrics-upholstery/

I wonder if the salesman meant that the store didn't have any of the others colors shown? Since this one has been there a year, it may be on sale, since it's a floor model. Therefore, I don't think you can't assume that any others that you may find of that sofa are the same price.

This sofa is one that they got to represent the style. You could get it made in many other fabrics, but it's doubtful that the price would be the same among the various fabrics that it can be made in. This fabric, on this 'apartment size' sofa is $4099, but note that other fabrics can be less or more, since it says that the starting price is $3479.

Yes I understand that. What I asked him was “Does Fabric 90230 come in any other colors?” And he said no. He didn’t check for me either. I offered to buy the floor model and he also said no, it’s not for sale because they need it to show other customers. They had 4 or 5 versions of Cornerstones there, plus some Leatherstones. It’s not a clearance sofa. He priced out 5 fabrics for me (3400-5500) but I like this one best. Was just hoping to know what my options are with it. He was kind of unhelpful with my specific questions. 😔

He should have at least said something like “let me check on that and get back to you” but no, he shut me down.

My quoted price is lower bc Century is having a Sept sale not reflected on the ticket.

I would go back to the store and talk to a different sales person.

I can see why he said that. After a LOT of Googling, I see only 3 more colors -

a pale gray 90230-49

a dark gray 90230-83

a color they call terra cotta 90230-68

The durability of a fabric is usually expressed by the number of "double rubs," described below:"

"What Does Double Rub Count Mean?

While it might sound like a funny term, it is an important measurement of the durability of the fabric and could be the deciding factor in which piece of furniture you purchase. In the United States, fabrics are tested using the Wyzenbeek Method. During this process, a piece of cotton duck, which is a piece of heavy canvas, is repeatedly rubbed over the test fabric using a mechanized arm. Every back and forth motion of the arm counts as one “double rub.”

This rubbing motion is meant to replicate the abrasive effects of normal use and the friction that occurs when you sit and stand. The test continues until there are signs of significant wear, which is defined as two yarn breaks. According to the guidelines, approximately 3,000 double rubs is equal to one year of use. Fabrics that can withstand more double rubs will offer more durability and longer-lasting performance.

Double Rub Scale for Residential Use

Heavy Duty: 15,000+ double rubs. These materials are ideal for busy homes that have pets and children.

Medium Duty: 9,000-15,000 double rubs. This fabric grade is still considered fairly durable and may offer a more cost effective option for families on a budget. It is still strong enough to be recommended for use in family rooms.

Light Duty: 3,000-9,000. According to wearabilty standards, this fabric will only last 1-3 years before showing noticeable signs of wear. For this reason, light duty upholstery is best for formal living rooms that aren’t used on a daily basis.

Delicate Duty: Less than 3,000 double rubs. Because this grade of fabric easily wears, it is typically used for decorative details such as pillows and curtains."

Most good fabric houses list this number on their samples. I'd contact Century directly.

I would just add that if it has a lot of cotton in it, it will fade over time especially if it is near a window. Beautiful sofa tho!

@my3dogs thank you for spending time googling for me! I found 3 others in addition to yours- a deep green, a beige, and a sage green.

I did not like my salesperson. He seemed short with my questions and even slightly rude as in “well, I already told you that blah blah” but I actually felt like he didn’t answer me the first time. It was awkward bc there were only 2 there and the other one is the owner. I really liked her much better. I don’t want to get him in trouble though? I guess I’ll try to talk to her from now on.

I have to return samples. Maybe

this comes in 9 color ways. 90230-47,-20,-49,-59,-68,-74,-81,-83,-89 It supposed to be a high durability fabric.

Now whether or not all the colors are available will depend on whether Century still produces all the colors or if you can find enough fabric of the color you want in the marketplace for that sofa.

Depending on the dimensions your looking at anywhere between 15-21yds