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If you are interested in reupholstering your couch and loveseat and have a couple fabric colors and types in mind, it can be tempting to select one on a whim, but what if you are not too pleased with the end results? If you select a fabric color or style that won't blend in with the decor or that will potentially tear or stain easily, you will have wasted money on the project. Use swatch memos to help you make a decision that is visually appealing, comfortable, and cost-effective.

Order Swatch Memos Directly Through A Supplier

Textile suppliers offer samples to those who request them and they are shipped free of charge. Order the fabric styles that you are already interested in or order swatch memos that include a full line of the textiles that are for sale.

If you request a wide variety of samples, you can explore the realm of possibilities that are available and may even decide upon a fabric type that did not initially appeal to you. Don't worry, ordering samples won't slow down your upholstery project much. Sample memos will be shipped out quickly, usually on the following day that you make a request.

Inspect The Samples Entirely

Don't bombard yourself with all of the fabric options because this could cause you to second guess your initial fabric choices and make you confused about which one will work best. If the memos are separated by fabric color or type, inspect one grouping at a time. Compare the colors, use your fingertips to feel each piece of fabric, and tug on the samples to determine how durable they are.

You can take your inspection a step further by determining how the fabric types will stand up to moisture or staining. Add a few drops of water to some of the pieces or soil portions of the samples by sprinkling dirt on them or pouring a liquid on them that could potentially stain. Afterward, clean the fabric to the best of your ability. After the samples dry, are there any signs that they have been subjected to moisture or staining?

If one or more of the pieces of fabric look the same as when you first received the memos, you can be confident that you will be purchasing quality fabric. After selecting a color and type for the furnishings, order the amount of fabric that you will need to complete the upholstery project.