Fabric Water Resistance Treatment
We offer water resistance treatment at no additional cost for eligible fabrics across all our fabric sofas.
A water resistance treatment adds a protective coating that helps prevent spills from soaking into the fabric immediately. Liquids bead on the surface briefly, giving you time to wipe them away before stains form.
Spills Bead Up Instead of Soaking In
Treated for Water Resistance
What You Need to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Who may want to skip it?
Water resistance treatment may not be suitable for people with very sensitive skin, as the added coating reduces breathability and may cause discomfort for some users.
You may also prefer untreated fabric if softness is important to you. The coating can make the surface feel slightly firmer or less natural, and some treated fabrics may develop a light waxy or greasy feel.
How long does it last?
The treatment typically lasts between six months and one year. Areas used more frequently may lose their protection sooner, while washing can also remove the coating.
Once the effect wears off, you can easily reapply it using water resistance sprays (such as Scotchgard) available in stores or online. The process is straightforward and requires little prior knowledge.
Can it be applied to every fabric?
We do not recommend the treatment for suede, easy clean or natural fabrics. It does not adhere well on suede fabric, while easy clean fabrics already have their own specialised protective coating.
Natural fabrics are also best left untreated. Breathability and a natural hand feel are among their main benefits, and adding a water resistance coating may reduce that.
How does it work?
Water resistance treatment adds a thin protective coating that makes liquids form droplets instead of soaking into the fabric immediately.
The coating makes the fabric less attractive to water, causing the liquid to pull together into droplets. This slows absorption and gives you more time to wipe away accidental spills before they soak in and cause stains.
