A Beginner’s Guide to Modern Fabric & Design

There are plenty of ways that you can use modern upholstery fabric. So how do you go about so that you end up with stunning pieces that perfectly complement your home? Here are some ideas for when you’re thinking about using modern fabrics in your upholstery project.

Neutral Colors and Lighter Tones

Do you want a brighter living space? This can be achieved by using upholstery fabric in solid neutral colors. The addition of these fabrics can help set the mood; warm and earthy tones can bring about a feeling of comfort while lighter, brighter ones can help cheer anybody up. As for the kind of fabric, cotton and linen are popular choices.

If you’re feeling bold, try mixing and matching shades of different colors. Remember though that there are colors that blend well together and colors that don’t. From our experience, grey is a color that pairs quite well with virtually any other color.

Pairing Patterns

A blend of themes and colors don’t necessarily need a lot of contrast. Sticking to one shade is common in modern design. But you can also try sticking to one upholstery fabric while also using another design for the pillows as well as the carpet. The use of darker shades would really enhance that pop-out effect for the brighter pieces you want emphasized more.

Combine minimalist modern styles with contemporary patterns such as geometric shapes to highlight key pieces in a room. It’s best not to combine too many patterns with your modern aesthetic, however, so as not to overwhelm the overall look of your living space.

Consult Your Local Fabric Shop

Obtaining fabrics that are perfect for your home is so easy nowadays, especially with the vast array of patterns, styles, and colors, as well as materials that there is to choose from. You’ll find that, for your modern fabric upholstery project, you have plenty of choices available to you from Fabrics That Go!

Purchase Modern Fabrics from Fabrics That Go

As the largest fabric supplier in Tucson, Fabrics That Go offers modern fabrics among the 20,000+ bolts we have in store. What’s more is we’ll help you get started on your upholstery project with the help of our expert team of designers and upholsterers. Get in touch and let us know what you have in mind. We’ll be happy to share some ideas with you on how to make your home design dreams come true.

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