Designer Fabrics Frequently Asked Questions

Fabric FAQs

Here we answer the most common questions received about Becca Who Designer Fabrics for Interiors; From uses for Upholstery and Soft Furnishings, to Fabric care, Durability and more.
You can also take a look at our Inspiration Pages for blog posts about choosing the best Fabrics for your space.
Should you have any questions which are not answered here, please do get in touch and we will be very happy to help.

Frequently Asked Questions about Fabrics

Designer Velvet Fabric for Upholstery, Curtains & Soft Furnishings by Becca Who

Designer Fabrics are carefully created and curated by Designers, offering unique patterns and colour palettes that set them apart from mass-produced fabrics. They are crafted with exceptional attention to detail and quality.

All Becca Who Designer Fabrics feature original hand rendered artwork, transformed into statement patterns for beautifully expressive interiors. Carefully developed, Becca Who fabrics offer exceptional artwork details, scale and composition for effective use in interior projects.

Whether it’s for Upholstery, Curtains, Blinds or Soft Furnishings, the aim is to ensure long lasting results and enjoyment of the finished uses.

Becca Who Fabrics are produced by a leading UK manufacturer, with quality being of the utmost importance, resulting in sumptuously tactile, durable velvets with impeccable print details and rich depth of colour.

Yes, of course. We recommend selecting samples of designs which you are interested in, prior to ordering metres.

Samples allow you to closely see and feel the qualities of the fabric, assess the colours and see how it will sit with other colours in your space.

You can also take a look at the size of the artwork elements within the design, for planning your use of the fabric.

Samples can also be useful when choosing complimenting trims or paint colours and soft furnishings to complete an interior scheme.

Visit our Fabric Samples Page to select yours.

Yes. Popular with Upholsterers, our fabrics are specifically chosen, not only for their soft, tactile finish, but also for their durability and strength, making them perfect for upholstery projects. 

Becca Who Fabrics are designed to withstand daily use and to maintain their beauty over time.

Be sure to select FR (Flame Retardant) from the drop down menu when ordering metres for upholstery uses.

Upholsterers have created an array of beautiful statement furniture pieces featuring Becca Who Fabrics. Visit our Upholstery Gallery to see many examples of Becca Who Upholstery Fabrics in use and to find inspiration for your own project.

Yes. Becca Who Fabrics are a fabulous choice for Curtains and Blinds and makers often comment that the fabrics are nice to work with.

Becca Who Fabrics offer excellent drapability, resulting in stunning window treatments that enhance the overall aesthetics of your space.

Each Becca Who Fabric Design is created to offer a composition which flows beautifully across the lengths, making them a beautiful choice for curtains.

Blinds offer a fabulous showcase of the artwork on the fabric to create a striking focal point within an interior.

Yes. Becca Who Fabrics are a beautiful choice for all Soft Furnishings such as Scatter Cushions and are often chosen for finishing touches such as Bed Runners.

The fabrics add colour, pattern and an element of luxury and style to home decor whilst ensuring exceptional comfort.

Yes. Becca Who Fabrics are regularly used to stunning effect as the outer fabric on Lampshades.

A number of Becca Who Fabric Designs coordinate beautifully with available Becca Who Wallpapers.

Designs which are currently available on both Fabric and Wallpaper are Garden Treasures, Swan Song, Crocodilia, Ariana, Bengal Rose Garden, Serpentwined and Leopard Luxe.

We recommend only Dry Cleaning. Becca Who Velvet Fabrics are durable, with a Martindale score of 50,000, and wear extremely well for Upholstery, Curtains, Blinds and Soft Furnishings. We use a leading UK manufacturer, to provide a quality product which will stand the test of time.

All Becca Who Velvet Fabrics have a Martindale score of 50,000.

The Martindale abrasion rub test is a measurement of the durability of fabric which is internationally recognised and measures the durability of upholstery fabric for general domestic or commercial use. Fabric is categorised by a numerical score to show how durable it is.

The Martindale score of 50,000 means that Becca Who Velvet Fabrics are suitable for heavy domestic use, commercial use, and that it can be used on all soft furnishings and as heavy duty upholstery for furniture.

We recommend consulting with an experienced Upholsterer or Seamstress, who can guide you in calculating the required meterage based on your specific project.

If you need advice on the pattern repeat sizes, please refer to details on the individual product pages, or get in touch with us via our Contact Us Page and we will help you however we can.

Yes. All Becca Who Fabric Designs are printed up the roll as standard - meaning that the design is printed with the repeat parallel with the selvage edges.

We are very happy to accommodate railroaded fabric wherever this may suit your project better - ie for avoiding seams on very wide pieces. If you require the design to be railroaded, with the design turned 90 degrees and printed across the roll, perpendicular to the selvage, please just email to request this when placing your order.

When it comes to selecting a fabric design, the Becca Who Fabric Collections offer you an array of colour palettes and artwork to choose from.

The design you select can play a crucial role in defining the overall aesthetic of a space, whether it's to form a focal point, or to coordinate with other elements within the interior scheme.

The range of luxurious Designer Fabrics from Becca Who offer a variety of options to add character, visual interest, and a touch of artistry to your space.

You will ideally look to choose patterns that harmonise with your room's style. You ought to consider the colour palette, scale of patterns and how your choice might coordinate with other elements in the space.

For in depth guidance on factors to consider when choosing a fabric design, whether it's for statement upholstery, patterned curtains, blinds or soft furnishings, read our Blog Post on Choosing Fabrics for your Living Space.

All Becca Who Fabrics can be treated with FR where required for Upholstery. Select 'Flame Retardant' before adding metres to cart.

Whilst we do not offer Crib5 ourselves, we are happy to liaise with you to send the fabric straight from the factory to your choice of back coaters.

Contact us with any other questions about Becca Who Fabrics

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