A motif fabric is a textile with a pattern or graphic design, sometimes using contrasting shades, colors or textures. It can be used to add interest to a space. A translucent version may allow light to pass through in intriguing ways. On ArchiExpo, this material is categorized by properties including type of fabric or function.
Such textiles are used in many different applications including upholstery, curtains or even as space dividers. They not only add visual interest to a room, but also hide marks or stains better than plain fabrics, a significant advantage in bars, hotels and other high-traffic areas.
The motif is created by different methods including silk screen printing and hand printing. Popular fabrics include cotton, wool and silk.
Determine whether the pattern will stand out or blend in with existing decor. Consider how much surface the motif will cover. If it occupies a large area, it draws the eye more readily. For example, a motif fabric covering a large table will have more visual impact than the same fabric used to upholster a dining room chair.
Ensure that the cloth is fit for its intended purpose. For example, upholstery fabric should sturdy, resisting staining and tearing. Fabric type and weave quality may affect durability.
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Silk and cotton motif fabric DEDALUS DEDAR
The labyrinth motif, which is an icon of the Eastern tradition,...
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Motif fabric for upholstery (Cradle to Cradle certification) DIVERSATEX™: O50EEG TWITCHELL
Twitchells polypropylene fabrics are not only soft and beautiful but have increased UV performance. Mildew and fade resistant, DIVERSATEX™ woven fabrics have excellent...
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Motif cotton fabric BARCELONA Donghia
This pattern is based on an antique crochet document, drawing inspiration from the bright city of Barcelona. This textile embraces...
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Motif lampas fabric PAVONE Rubelli
Lampas. The decoration is a textile interpretation of the typical effects of the marbled paper, which was imported from Persia by Venetian...
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Motif linen fabric PAUL ET VIRGINIE Braquenié
This fabric, inspired by the literary work of the novel by Bernardin de Saint Pierre, published in 1788 in volume VI "des études de la nature"...
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Silk and cotton motif fabric SUMMER OF LOVE Elitis
SUMMER OF LOVE combines the elegance of embroidered...
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Motif fabric in recycled polyester fibers ABACUS Knoll Textiles
Don't be fooled by the luxurious hand. Woven of 100% recycled...
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Motif fabric ROSE GARDEN by Suzanne Tick BERNHARDT textiles
width: 54" repeat: vertical 4", horizontal 3 3/8" content:...
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Fire-retardant motif fabric (Trevira CS®) AMBU Vescom
100% trevira cs The collection of upholstery fabrics consists of 17 patterns combined in two binders....
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From 7021/01 to 7021/03 : H: 325P cm ↕ Composition : 94% PL - 6% CO Weight : 280 g/m2 Available colours : 3 From 7021/07 to 7021/08 : H: 325P cm ↕ Composition : 100% PL Weight : 170 g/m2 Available colours : 2 From...
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Motif cotton fabric GALLERY: DELAUNAY BRENTANO
The strong colors and bold shapes used by artist Sonia Delaunay in her work begged to be interpreted into a fabric. This could be because Delaunay herself worked in the textile medium in her later years. This 54 upholstery is a tribute...
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Motif linen fabric RINJANI Kobefab International BV
Transparent Yes Style Design Composition Cotton 20%, Linen...
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Fire-retardant motif fabric (Trevira CS®) BLAD DePloeg
Articlenumber0103920040 Colour ways4 Composition100 pe...
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Wool motif fabric PASHA PAISLEY F. SCHUMACHER & CO.
This grand and exquisitely detailed paisley design is adapted from an antique paisley shawl and is printed on a fine, soft wool twill ground....
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Motif curtain fabric (Greenguard® certification) BRANCH Maharam
Application Privacy Curtain, Upholstered Walls, Windows Price US$35.00 Characteristics Content: 60% Solution-Dyed Polyester, 40% FR Polyester Finish: None Custom Finishes Available: Nano-Tex FR, Nano-Tex with BioAM Backing: None Weight: 10.8...
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Motif linen fabric ATOMICS by The Svedberg Ljungbergs
SVART/BLACK Material: 0544 Lin Bredd/Width: 135 cm Rapport/Repeat: 75 cm Special:...
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Motif linen fabric GLYCINE lemaitre-demeestere.com
Composition : 75% Linen and 25% Viscose Weight:...
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Motif fabric EXCEPTION: FOUGERES 1669-01 LELIEVRE
Lampas on a canetille background with o design of hanging bouquets, ferns and peaels. The fabric...
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Motif cotton fabric KAZAN MANUEL CANOVAS
Code 04787/02 Colour Rose Indien Repeat 25cms approx Width 132cms...
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Fire-retardant motif fabric (Trevira CS®) MYSORE COORDINATO COLONY
The Ramage design of this fabric has an indian origin. From the XVII° century printed cottons, both Indian...
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Fire-retardant motif fabric (Trevira CS®) FIA by Emma Von Brömssen Bantie
In a witty palette of Nordic colours, from sunny red and yellow to mountainous blue and brown, Fia creates...
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Motif fabric for upholstery (Cradle to Cradle certification) CLIMATEX®: LONGLIFE™ GESSNER AG
Specific performance factors can be addressed with admixtures of functional...
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Motif silk fabric ST19 Torana Carpets
Late 18th century 5-clawed dragon silk textile. Made up in Tibet around 1900 as a ceiling hanging for use over a Tibetan Altar, incorporating late 19th century rainbow tassels. From Norbulinka – the summer palace...
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Motif linen fabric FONTAINE PRINTS ZOFFANY
This magnificent collection of vividly coloured, printed linens has been created by Royal College of Art graduate Claire Hart. Her distinctive designs are...
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Motif fabric FAN ERICA WAKERLY
Panama Cotton: Usage: upholstery / soft furnishing Weight: 356 gsm Composition: 100% Cotton Fabric width: 156cm (printed width 140cm) Repeat: 32cm vertical / 34.5 cm horizontal Martindale:...
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Motif fabric GLOBE 1563643 Ludvig Svensson
DESIGN: Eva Larsson WIDTH: 59" / 150 cm REPEAT: 3.5 x 3,5 cm MATERIAL: 85% Wool 15% Polyamide WEIGHT: 325 g/m² ABRASION RESISTANCE:...
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Motif fabric OPERA GARDEN GP & J BAKER
Inspired by the magical gardens of the 18th century West Green House and its glorious summer season of baroque operas and music, the Opera Garden Collection...
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Motif fabric ECOLOGIK : SACRAMENTO volfi textiles
Repeat: 3.5 in. horizontal x 3.5 in. vertical Contents: 100% recycled polyester Weight: 10.5 oz. per linear yard ( +/- 1 oz. ) Width: 54...
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Motif fabric CAFE AU LAIT Pasaya
CUP 2 : GREEN TEA COFFEE Coffee is a signature of modern lifestyle. We drink coffee not because of fashion but of appreciation. We need coffee not...
