Knit Backing
Strengthen, Reinforce & Stabilize Fabrics for Upholstery
Knit-backing adds a durable, flexible reinforcement layer to delicate or lightweight textiles—providing the structure and stability needed for demanding upholstery, drapery, and wallcovering applications without sacrificing the fabric's natural drape or feel.
Knit Backing for Elevated Upholstery
Transform delicate textiles into upholstery-ready fabrics with our signature knit backing. This process adds subtle body, strength, and resilience while preserving the beauty, drape, and hand designers fell in love with. Ideal for silks, linens, cottons, chenilles, and other refined woven fabrics, knit backing ensures they perform elegantly in everyday use.
Why Choose Knit-Backing?
Professional knit-backing transforms fragile or unstable fabrics into workable, long-lasting materials ideal for high-end design projects.
Enhanced Durability
Adds structural integrity to delicate and lightweight fabrics, preventing tears and extending fabric life.
Dimensional Stability
Reduces stretching, sagging, and distortion—keeping upholstery looking crisp and professional over time.
Easier Fabrication
Reinforced fabrics are easier to cut, sew, and install, reducing labor time and material waste.
Upholstery Performance
Creates a stable foundation for cushions, panels, and seating—ideal for high-use residential and commercial applications.
Our Backing Collection
FabBack® Knit Backing
A light–medium weight knit applied to most upholstery fabrics. Designed to maintain the original feel while adding stability and preventing seam slippage.
FabBackHVY® Heavy Duty Knit Backing
For high-traffic interiors and hospitality projects, this luxurious yet durable treatment enhances structure without altering texture—perfect for family rooms, lounges, and commercial seating.
FabScrim® Scrim Backing
A woven poly-cotton scrim used to lend body and balance to loosely woven or specialty fabrics that require additional reinforcement.
Specialty Backings
FabTuff® Performance Backing
A premium puncture- and tear-resistant vinyl backing with built-in fire-retardant (FR) and durable water-resistant (DWR) protection. Tailored for hospitality, entertainment, nightlife, and luxury commercial environments that demand exceptional durability.
Crafted for the Trade
We proudly support designers, upholsterers, workrooms, and manufacturers who expect precision. Our proprietary process minimizes grain distortion, puckering, and irregularities—delivering a beautifully balanced material ready for exceptional upholstery and wall applications. From embroidered silks to velvets, faux leathers, grasscloth, and even exotic skins, each fabric receives meticulous care.
Recommended Enhancements
Complete your backed fabric with complementary finishes:
- Stain & Moisture Protection
- Organic UV-Protection
- Environmentally Friendly Fire-Retardant Finishes
These treatments extend longevity and preserve the refined aesthetic your clients expect.
Perfect For
Specify custom-backed fabrics with confidence, knowing they'll perform beautifully in real-world installations.
Work with easier-to-handle materials that cut cleanly, sew smoothly, and install without complications.
Offer reinforced fabric options that reduce returns and enhance customer satisfaction.
Experience the Difference
Send in your fabric for a test backing, request a complimentary sample brochure, or start an order. Whether your project spans a few yards or a full collection, our team delivers workmanship that elevates every textile.