Contract Chenille Crib 5 Upholstery Fabric BS5852 15 Colours 140 Wide
Flame Retardant
Heavy Weight
Sold Per Metre
Contract Chenille Crib 5 Upholstery Fabric BS5852 15 Colours 140 Wide
Flame Retardant
Heavy Weight
Sold Per Metre
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Contract Chenille Upholstery Fabric Crib 5 (BS5852) — 15 Colour Options, 140cm Wide
A heavy-weight contract chenille upholstery fabric with a warm, tactile handle. Specified where Crib 5 compliance and durable everyday performance are required across commercial interiors.
Crib 5
BS5852 Crib 5 stated
Chenille Handle
Warm, tactile finish
Abrasion
40,000 abrasion stated
Sold per metre
Order metres in QTY
Fabric width
140cm wide stated
Colour options
15 colours listed
Expectation setting: This is an upholstery fabric (not a curtain fabric and not blackout). Colour can vary by screen and batch; order a free sample to confirm suitability before specification.
Overview of this Crib 5 contract chenille
This contract chenille is positioned for commercial upholstery projects that require a tactile finish with flame retardant performance stated to BS5852 Crib 5. The product page also states EN 1021 Part 1 & 2 for cigarette and match ignition sources.
The chenille construction is described as heavy weight and is supported by a stated 40,000 abrasion performance figure, making it a practical choice for busy interiors.
Maintenance is positioned as straightforward: the fabric can be wiped clean using a mild soap solution. Full care guidance and certification documentation should be referenced in the Specs tab for specification-critical projects.
Best suited for
- Contract upholstery where Crib 5 compliance is required for public/commercial spaces.
- Seating, cushions and upholstered panels needing a warm, tactile surface.
- Projects where wipe-clean maintenance is preferred (confirm cleaning regime in the Specs tab).
Where this fits in our range
Choose this chenille when you want a heavy-weight upholstery fabric with a softer, warmer handle and a contract-focused performance brief (Crib 5 stated) across a practical 15-colour palette. If you need specialist waterproof performance, discuss the optional waterproofing upgrade and minimum quantities before ordering.
Optional specification note
The product page references an optional upgrade to make the fabric waterproof, with a stated 200m minimum quantity for waterproofing. Waterproof performance details are not provided on the product page; please confirm requirements and documentation prior to tender submission.
Who uses this contract chenille upholstery fabric
Commonly specified for commercial interiors where a Crib 5 upholstery standard is required, including hospitality lounges, care environments and other public-facing seating areas.
The stated wipe-clean maintenance approach supports practical day-to-day use. For compliance-led projects, confirm the required certificates and cleaning regime in the Specs tab.
Hospitality
Seating and soft furnishing projects needing contract performance and a tactile finish across a broad colour range.
Healthcare & care
Upholstery where wipe-clean maintenance is preferred and Crib 5 compliance is required for the installation area.
Education & public spaces
Durable seating applications where a practical colour palette and contract suitability are key decision factors.
Technical specifications
| FR standards (stated) | BS5852 Crib 5; EN 1021 Part 1 & 2 |
| Abrasion (stated) | 40,000 abrasion |
| Composition | 100% Polyester; back coating: acrylic/polyurethane |
| Fabric width | 140cm (55") |
| Weight | 360 gsm |
| Care (stated) | Wipe clean with a mild soap solution; wipe & dry |
| Colour options | 15 colours (including Wine, Vanilla, Stone, Scarlet, Pewter, Pistachio, Ocean, Latte, Jet, Fuchsia, Damson, Coffee, Cocoa, Silver, Colour to be confirmed) |
| Ordering | Sold per linear metre (select metres in QTY) |
For compliance-led projects, reference certificates and the latest care guidance in the Specs tab. If you require the waterproofing upgrade, confirm documentation and minimum quantities prior to order placement.
| Features | Flame Retardant |
|---|---|
| Flame Retardant Certified Rating | BS5852 Crib 5 |
| Delivery | 3 - 5 Working Days Delivery |
| Flame Retardant | Yes |
| Fabric Style | Plains |
| Fabric Width (cm) | 140 |
| Composition | 100% Polyester Back coating - acrylic/polyurethane |
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How to Measure For Curtains, Blinds and Tracks.
Pen and Paper
For recording your
measurements.
Helper
Someone to assist if your
windows are large .
Metal Tape Measure
As this will allow you to get a
rigid full length measurement.
Make sure your curtain tracks and poles are fitted in the position you want.
Choose the type of curtains that you would like and how you want to hang your curtains. See our heading styles guide
We recommend fitting your hardware first before measuring, this avoids any issues with not getting the perfect fit.
Measure your window using our main guide. Quick summary below. Remember wave, pinch, and designer headings require slightly different measurement
Measure in 3 places and take the shortest drop – Floors and ceilings can run out.
Double / Triple check your measurements
Choosing your Curtain Track Width
The width of the curtain track should extend past your window this allows for the curtains to stack back away from your window and allow light in.
Measure your recess and then add on 15cm on either side. For acoustics , we recommend further to fully cover the window and the surrounding area. In our test we added an additional 30cm to the width and also made the curtain floor length.
Wave curtains, for every 100cm of track the curtains will stack circa *18cm
Eyelet curtains, they will stack back circa 10cm per *70cm of track width
Pencil Pleat will stack approx 25% of the track width. eg. 210cm track will stack 52.5%
* all dependent on thickness of fabric
Selecting your Curtain Drop
Where to Measure From for Different Type of Curtains
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Type of Curtains |
Fitted On |
Where to Measure from - to desired length |
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Pencil Pleat Curtains |
Curtain Track |
Top of the Track - If using a extra wide track or designer track like silent gliss metropole, then measure from the underside of the track. |
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Pencil Pleat Curtains |
Curtain Pole |
Measure from small ring at the bottom of eye under the ring, this is where your curtain clips into. |
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Eyelet Curtains |
Curtain Pole – Only |
Top of the pole *we add on the upstand to our curtains, |
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Pinch Pleat Curtains |
Curtain Track |
The underside of the track |
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Wave Curtains |
Curtain Track Designer Pole |
The glider underneath the track. The curtain will sit under the track. |
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Acoustic Curtains |
See Heading Style of Choice above |
Same but make sure wider than normal ideally 30cm past either side and 30 above. Also to the floor. |
How to Measure for Blinds going Inside the Recess
- Measure the exact width of the recess in three places; at the top of the recess, in the centre of the recess and near the bottom - then take the smallest size.
- Measure the exact drop of the recess in three places on the left hand side of the recess, in the centre of the recess and on the right hand side of the recess - then take the smallest size.
- We will take one cm off the finished width size you have given us, to allow for the blind to pull up and down easily.
- Double check your measurements
- Cord Safety - Mounting Height - We ask for the mounting height of your blinds to allow for the cord to be 150cm off the ground. If mounting at 210cm This is what you enter in the Fitting height box. We make a deduction to ensure the cord is 150cm from the floor. Thus the cord loop will be 60cm
How to Measure Outside of the Recess
- Measure the recess in 3 places on the width and also 3 places on the drop. Take the widest measurement.
- Measure the width of the actual recess plus an additional amount – Usually from 7cm-15cm whatever you think looks appropriate. This is for overlap.
- Measure the exact drop of the recess. The blind would be fitted above the recess, so check the space above and add an amount on to the drop – usually from 7-15cm
- These sizes you have taken will be the size of the finished blind.
- Double check your measurements
- Cord Safety - Mounting Height - We ask for the mounting height of your blinds to allow for the cord to be 150cm off the ground. If mounting at 210cm This is what you enter in the fitting height box. We make a deduction to ensure the cord is 150cm from the floor. Thus the cord loop will be 60cm
Cubicle Tracks you have to measure with right angles from wall to wall where you want the track to go
Draw your room on a piece of paper with a sky view
Now measure from the wall to wall for straight tracks,
L Shape Tracks Measure to a point on the floor and mark with a piece of tape. Then for the other sides measure from the other wall to that point.
Always check for obstructions and fitting issues you may need to work around
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