10 fresh performance fabrics for high-traffic areas
Business of Home
By Caroline Biggs
The latest wave of water- and stain-resistant textiles are every bit as durable as they are easy on the eyes.
Collections | Oct 14, 2025 By Caroline Biggs 
Courtesy of Sanderson ISLAY BY HARLEQUIN — SANDERSON Available in 16 neutral hues, ranging from creamy Ivory to black Shadow, this bobbling boucle (top left) boasts a Martindale abrasion rating of 100,000-plus rubs. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Romo PIGMENT OUTDOOR IN MULTI BY BLACK EDITION — ROMO Turn a run-of-the-mill sofa into an artful centerpiece with this vibrant waterproof upholstery. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Sunbrella AGNES IN BRICK BY BLOCK SHOP — SUNBRELLA Los Angeles–based textile brand Block Shop drew inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Hollyhock House while dreaming up this marine-grade number. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Samuel & Sons WESTPORT RUCHE — SAMUEL & SONS Crafted from Oeko-Tex–certified Sun Pro yarn, this fanciful brush fringe comes in eight multitonal colorways, including rich red Paprika and smoky gray Seagull. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Crypton GRANGER IN CINNAMON BY 29 PARK — CRYPTON Buttery soft and easy to clean, this geometric gem is woven from hardworking Crypton threads. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Thibaut CORDOBA IN SHAMROCK — THIBAUT Offered in more than a dozen dazzling shades, such as emerald green Shamrock and steel blue Heron, this fabulous faux-leather upholstery features a smooth hand and a subtle sheen. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Sanderson BELLFLOWERS WEAVE OUTDOOR BY MORRIS & CO. — SANDERSON A heavy-duty weave with Arts and Crafts appeal, the floral pattern that adorns this weather-safe wonder was originally designed by William Morris in the late 1870s. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Romo JERSEY IN NIGHTFALL BY KIRKBY DESIGN — ROMO Composed of 75 percent recycled polypropylene, this sweater-like stunner showcases a space-dye effect. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Toray ULTRASUEDE HP FABRIC IN ROSEWOOD AND TEA ROSE — TORAY Talk about natural charm! These blushing beauties are partially made from plant-based polyester fibers. » See the entire collection 
Courtesy of Perennials WAFFLE IN SILVER BIRCH — PERENNIALS For a contemporary spin on a classic checkered print, consider this shimmery Vincent Van Duysen creation. » See the entire collection
Don’t let their fashionable looks fool you: The latest wave of performance fabrics are every bit as durable as they are stylish. From nubby boucles to suede-like designs, Business of Home presents 10 water- and stain-resistant textiles to try in your next project.
Courtesy of Sanderson ISLAY BY HARLEQUIN — SANDERSON Available in 16 neutral hues, ranging from creamy Ivory to black Shadow, this bobbling boucle (top left) boasts a Martindale abrasion rating of 100,000-plus rubs. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Romo PIGMENT OUTDOOR IN MULTI BY BLACK EDITION — ROMO Turn a run-of-the-mill sofa into an artful centerpiece with this vibrant waterproof upholstery. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Sunbrella AGNES IN BRICK BY BLOCK SHOP — SUNBRELLA Los Angeles–based textile brand Block Shop drew inspiration from Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Hollyhock House while dreaming up this marine-grade number. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Samuel & Sons WESTPORT RUCHE — SAMUEL & SONS Crafted from Oeko-Tex–certified Sun Pro yarn, this fanciful brush fringe comes in eight multitonal colorways, including rich red Paprika and smoky gray Seagull. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Crypton GRANGER IN CINNAMON BY 29 PARK — CRYPTON Buttery soft and easy to clean, this geometric gem is woven from hardworking Crypton threads. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Thibaut CORDOBA IN SHAMROCK — THIBAUT Offered in more than a dozen dazzling shades, such as emerald green Shamrock and steel blue Heron, this fabulous faux-leather upholstery features a smooth hand and a subtle sheen. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Sanderson BELLFLOWERS WEAVE OUTDOOR BY MORRIS & CO. — SANDERSON A heavy-duty weave with Arts and Crafts appeal, the floral pattern that adorns this weather-safe wonder was originally designed by William Morris in the late 1870s. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Romo JERSEY IN NIGHTFALL BY KIRKBY DESIGN — ROMO Composed of 75 percent recycled polypropylene, this sweater-like stunner showcases a space-dye effect. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Toray ULTRASUEDE HP FABRIC IN ROSEWOOD AND TEA ROSE — TORAY Talk about natural charm! These blushing beauties are partially made from plant-based polyester fibers. » See the entire collection Courtesy of Perennials WAFFLE IN SILVER BIRCH — PERENNIALS For a contemporary spin on a classic checkered print, consider this shimmery Vincent Van Duysen creation. » See the entire collection Products featured in this article have been sourced from BOH’s Collections vertical, a showcase of the latest debuts from some of the industry’s leading brands.
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