Description
2mm Spacer Fabric for Backpacks, Car Seats, Upholstery, Padding, Protective Underlay & Technical Projects
Spacer Fabric is a modern technical textile designed for backpacks, car seats, upholstery, cushioning, protective underlay and general-purpose breathable applications. Made from polyester, it features two outer fabric layers connected by fine microfilament yarns, creating a three-dimensional structure that allows heat and moisture vapour to move through the material. Supplied in a practical 150cm width, this lightweight and durable fabric offers ventilation, flexibility and light cushioning for both domestic and industrial projects.
With an approximate thickness of 2mm, Spacer Fabric provides a slim protective layer without the bulk of conventional foam. Its internal air space helps create a breathable microclimate, making it suitable for seating, bags and padded components where comfort and airflow are important. Sold by the metre, it can also be cut to size and placed beneath sewing machines, equipment and other heavy objects to help protect polished tables and delicate surfaces from scratches and marks.
Fabric Specs
| Fabric Width | 150cm |
| Fabric Type | Three-Dimensional Spacer Fabric |
| Composition | Polyester with Microfilament Construction |
| Thickness | 2mm |
| Construction | Two Outer Layers Connected by Microfilament Yarns |
| Breathability | Open Spacer Structure Supports Heat and Vapour Transfer |
| Texture | Lightweight, Flexible and Lightly Cushioned |
| Properties | Breathable, Ventilating, Durable, Protective, Flexible and Cushioned |
| Applications | Backpacks, Car Seats, Upholstery, Padding, Protective Underlay and Technical Projects |
Uses
2mm Spacer Fabric is ideal for:
- Backpacks and rucksacks
- Bag panels and padded sections
- Shoulder straps and carrying handles
- Laptop and tablet sleeves
- Camera and equipment bags
- Car seats and automotive interiors
- Vehicle upholstery backing
- Seat and backrest padding
- Furniture upholstery projects
- Chair and bench panels
- Cushioning and padding layers
- Protective case linings
- Sportswear and activewear panels
- Protective supports and accessories
- Footwear and insole components
- Breathable garment inserts
- Protective underlay for sewing machines
- Underlay beneath heavy equipment
- Protecting polished wooden tables
- Reducing scratches and surface marks
- Craft and hobby projects
- Product sampling and prototypes
- Domestic utility projects
- General technical textile applications
The microfilament spacer construction creates a ventilated layer that supports airflow while providing light cushioning and protection. Its slim 2mm thickness makes it suitable for bags, seating, upholstery and fitted components, while its durable surface can also be used beneath heavy objects to help protect delicate furniture and work surfaces.
FAQs
What is Spacer Fabric?
Spacer Fabric is a three-dimensional technical textile made with two outer fabric layers connected by fine microfilament yarns, creating a breathable and lightly cushioned internal space.
What makes Spacer Fabric breathable?
The microfilament structure creates small air channels between the fabric layers, allowing heat and moisture vapour to pass through more easily.
How thick is this Spacer Fabric?
The fabric is approximately 2mm thick, providing slim cushioning and protection without the bulk of thicker foam or padding materials.
Can Spacer Fabric be used for backpacks and bags?
Yes, it is suitable for backpack panels, straps, bag linings, laptop sleeves and protective cases where breathability and light cushioning are required.
Is it suitable for car seats?
Yes, it can be used in car seats, automotive upholstery and interior panels as a breathable backing or light padding layer.
Can this fabric be used for furniture upholstery?
Yes, it is suitable for seating, backrests, upholstered panels and cushioning layers where ventilation and flexibility are beneficial.
Can Spacer Fabric replace upholstery foam?
It provides a slim cushioned layer but may not replace thick upholstery foam where deep support, substantial padding or structural comfort is required.
Can it protect polished surfaces?
Yes, it can be placed beneath sewing machines, equipment and other heavy objects to help reduce scratches, marks and direct contact with polished tables or delicate surfaces.
Is Spacer Fabric easy to cut and sew?
Yes, it can generally be cut with sharp scissors or a rotary cutter and sewn using suitable equipment. Testing the stitch, thread and needle on a small offcut is recommended.
How wide is the fabric?
The fabric is supplied in a practical 150cm width, making it suitable for bags, seating, upholstery, protective underlay and larger technical projects.
