Performance Fabrics for Real Life
Yes—you can have a stylish white or light coloured or luxe sofa that survives kids, pets, and everyday chaos. At Urban Rhythm, we offer fabrics that balance durability with luxury, so you don’t have to choose between “practical” and “beautiful.”
Kid & Pet-Friendly Fabrics
Dark colours, patterns, or tight-weave fabrics hide stains and wear. Hundreds of fabric options like Fibreguard (by James Dunlop, Mokum, Zepel) and Warguard (Warwick Halo) are stain-resistant, easy to clean, and built to last. Think spills wiped away with just soap and water. No stress.
Fabrics to Avoid (Mostly)
Delicate options like silk, linen, or nubuck leather don’t play well with pets or kids. Unless you pick the protected versions (Fibreguard or Warguard).
Leather: A Classic Choice
Leather is durable, easy to clean, hypoallergenic, and timeless. Downsides? It costs more, needs conditioning, and can feel hot in summer or cold in winter.
Maintenance Made Simple
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Vacuum often
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Blot spills immediately
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Keep out of harsh sunlight
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Use professional cleaning when needed
FAQs
Best for pet hair? Tight-weave synthetics like microfibre or Fibreguard or Warguard.
Best for kids? Stain-resistant fabrics like any of our 100s of Fibreguard or Wargard fabrics.
Best overall? Fibreguard or Warguard. Just choose your favourite fabric. Even if it's white!
👉 Want to see the options in person? Visit our studios at 544 Church St, Richmond or 372 Whitehorse Rd, Nunawading and explore our fabric library.
Look for Easy clean logos like Fibreguard.
FibreGuard - FibreGuard by Zepel, James Dunlop, Mokum Fabrics.
Fabrics with FibreGuard are high performance stain resistant fabrics. This technology allows textiles to retain the luxury aesthetic whole offering an easy to care for solution. And no harmful finishes! Clean with colourless soap and water only
James Dunlop, Mokum, Zepel
Fete by James Dunlop FibreGuard
Pindrive by Zepel Fibreguard
Naturama by Zepel Fibreguard
Warguard- Fabrics by Warwick are designed to last. Woven to precise specifications with high abrasion standards, all Halo Fabrics repel stains, mould and moths. Warwick Halo fabrics are the perfect choice for those who value both fashion and function.
McCrae Warguard
Narla Warguard
Maintaining Your Protected Furniture
To get the most out of your protected sofa fabrics, follow these simple maintenance tips:
- Vacuum regularly: Regular vacuuming helps remove dirt particles that can cause wear and tear on your chosen fabric.
- Blot spills immediately: The sooner you address a spill, the less likely it is to become a permanent stain. Use a clean cloth or paper towel to gently blot or dab (not rub) the liquid away from the fabric.
- Follow the instructions given by your furniture maker or fabric protectant manufacturer for proper cleaning. Always follow the cleaning guidelines provided by your furniture manufacturer or fabric protectant company. This may include spot-cleaning with water, mild soap, or specific cleaning products recommended for your type of upholstery.
By taking these steps and investing in quality fabric protection products, you'll be well-equipped to keep your sofa looking fresh and new even amidst the chaos of young kids and pets.