Description
4mm Foam Backed Fire Retardant Leatherette for Benches, Chairs, Wall Panels, Marine Seating & Contract Upholstery
4mm Foam Backed Leatherette (Fire Retardant) is a premium faux leather upholstery material designed for benches, chairs, wall panels, seating, headboards, marine interiors and other commercial or domestic upholstery projects. Supplied in a practical 138cm width, it combines a smooth leather-look PVC surface with a soft 4mm foam backing and scrim, creating a cushioned finish while maintaining the durability and easy-care benefits of leatherette. Available by the metre, it is suitable for both professional upholsterers and bespoke interior projects.
The integrated foam backing adds comfort and helps create a more padded appearance without the need to apply a separate thin foam layer. Its fire-retardant performance is suitable for applications requiring CRIB 5 / BS 5852 compliance, while the wipe-clean surface makes it practical for seating and interior areas exposed to regular use. This combination of cushioning, durability, easy maintenance and fire-retardant performance makes it a versatile choice for contract, hospitality, vehicle and marine-style interiors.
Fabric Specs
| Fabric Width | 138cm |
| Fabric Type | Foam Backed Fire Retardant Leatherette |
| Surface Material | PVC Leatherette |
| Backing | 4mm Foam Backing with Scrim |
| Thickness | Approximately 4mm Foam Backed |
| Fire Retardancy | CRIB 5 / BS 5852 Compliant |
| Finish | Smooth Leather-Look Surface |
| Care | Wipe Clean with a Damp Cloth |
| Properties | Cushioned, Durable, Fire Retardant, Easy to Maintain and Decorative |
| Applications | Benches, Chairs, Wall Panels, Headboards, Marine Seating and Contract Upholstery |
FR
Fire Retardant Standard: CRIB 5 / BS 5852 Compliant
The fire-retardant performance makes this leatherette suitable for selected contract, commercial and public-seating applications. Always confirm the exact certification and suitability of the complete upholstered construction for the intended environment, as fire performance can depend on the combination of covering material, foam, fillings and substrate.
Uses
4mm Foam Backed Leatherette (Fire Retardant) is ideal for:
- Bench seating
- Bar seating
- Restaurant seating
- Dining chairs
- Upholstered chairs
- Sofas and seating panels
- Headboards
- Wall panels
- Padded decorative panels
- Reception seating
- Waiting-area seating
- Hospitality interiors
- Commercial upholstery
- Contract seating
- Public seating areas
- Boat seating
- Yacht interior seating
- Marine interior panels
- Campervan interiors
- Motorhome seating
- Caravan upholstery
- Vehicle interior panels
- Custom furniture projects
- Bespoke interior upholstery
The built-in 4mm foam backing creates a softly padded finish, making the material particularly useful for seating and panel applications where both appearance and comfort are important. Combined with its leather-look surface and fire-retardant performance, it provides a practical solution for domestic, commercial, hospitality and transport-related interior projects.
FAQs
What is 4mm Foam Backed Leatherette?
It is a faux leather upholstery material with a PVC leather-look surface bonded to approximately 4mm of foam with a supporting scrim backing.
Is this leatherette fire retardant?
Yes, the material is specified as CRIB 5 / BS 5852 compliant. Always check the relevant certification for the exact requirements of your finished upholstery project.
What is the benefit of the 4mm foam backing?
The foam adds cushioning and helps create a smoother, more padded upholstered appearance without requiring a separate thin foam layer for many applications.
Can it be used for commercial seating?
Yes, it is suitable for selected commercial and contract seating projects where the specified fire-retardant performance meets the requirements of the complete installation.
Can it be used for benches and chairs?
Yes, the cushioned backing makes it particularly suitable for benches, chairs, seating panels and other upholstered furniture.
Is it suitable for wall panels and headboards?
Yes, it can be used for padded wall panels, headboards and decorative interior surfaces where a soft leather-look finish is required.
Can it be used for boats and marine interiors?
Yes, it is suitable for selected boat, yacht and marine interior seating or panel applications. Suitability for continuously exposed exterior marine use should be assessed separately.
Can it be used in campervans and motorhomes?
Yes, it is suitable for selected campervan, motorhome and caravan seating and interior panel projects.
Is the leatherette easy to clean?
Yes, the PVC surface can generally be wiped clean with a damp cloth. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners unless specifically approved.
How wide is the fabric?
4mm Foam Backed Leatherette is supplied in a practical 138cm width, suitable for seating, wall panels and a wide range of upholstery applications.
