Flex

Characteristics

Design no.
8691 — Flex
Application
upholstery
Composition
100% Polyester
Weight
680 g/lm — 21.93 oz/lin.yd
Width
150 cm — 59 inches

Environment

Environment, health, and safety
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100
Meets Möbelfakta requirements
VOC emission
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1

Performance

Abrasion
80,000 — rubs martindale (EN ISO 12947-2)
100,000 — double rubs wyzenbeek (ASTM D4157) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 12945-2)
Light fastness
5-7 — scale 1-8, max. 8 (EN ISO 105-B02)
Rubbing fastness dry/wet
4-5/4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 105x12)
Flammability
CA TB 117-2013
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette
BS EN 1021-2 Match
ÖNORM A3800-B1-B3825-Q1 UK
Will also pass other flammability standards. Flame retardant performance is dependent upon the foam used. Contains no flame retardant chemicals.
US ACT pass
AATCC 16 Light fastnessAATCC 16 Light fastness
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crockingAATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100kASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k
ASTM D3511 PillingASTM D3511 Pilling
CA TB 117-2013CA TB 117-2013
Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan. Multiple factors affect fabric durability and appearance retention.

Abrasion resistance

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465In accordance with EN 144659332822 Jan 2018PDF
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 100k3-23711-302 Jan 2018PDF

Pilling

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 12945-2In accordance with EN 144659332822 Jan 2018PDF
ASTM D3511 Pilling21-00618304 Jan 2022PDF

Colour fastness to light

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 256509-0213 Mar 2013PDF
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 29332822 Jan 2018PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness3-23711-008 Jan 2018PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet56509-0119 Feb 2013PDF
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet9332822 Jan 2018PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking2022AN001614 Jan 2022PDF

Rubbing with organic solvents

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
BS EN ISO 105-D02 Organic solvents9332822 Jan 2018PDF

Flammability

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
CA TB 117-20133-29639-026 Nov 2018PDF
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam23/58122-727 Jan 2021PDF
BS EN 1021-2 Match35 kg/m3 CMHR foam23/59121E/11/2104 Jan 2022PDF
ÖNORM A3800-B1-B3825-Q1 UK7043307 Mar 2013PDF

Resistance to Bleach Cleaning

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
Internal test according BIFMA HCF 8.1 and ACT Method 11:10 Sodium Hypochlorite 5,25-6,25%05 Oct 2020PDF

VOC emission

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1961098C29 Jan 2021PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet

TestConditionNo.DateDownload
Material Safety Data Sheet30 Sep 2021PDF

Wash or dry cleaning P(W).

Flex is made of polyester which is a material suited for environments with special requirements for cleaning.

Click here for guidance relating to disinfection. Link to Stain Guide...

Wash at 60°C degreesDo not bleachDo not ironDry cleanDo not tumble dry
60°C shrinkage max 3.0%

A GLOSSY, FRESH AND REFINED EXPRESSION

Flex has a fresh, clear and cool look and with its structure and shine it appears expressive and bold. The smooth surface signals efficiency and precision with clear references to the world of sports – athletics, cykling and windsurfing.

The characteristic structure reflects the individual colours with a sharp contrast between the shining surface and the deeper dark reflexes.

The upholsterer finds Flex easy and comfortable to work with. The design has a good stretch which supports the upholstering of curved surfaces. At the same time, Flex is a heavy and tightly knitted fabric which does not fray when being cut out.

Flex is an obvious choice for upholstering all pieces of furniture when the textile is to support messages such as young, fresh and trendy. Flex matches modern building materials and interior designs. The design is widely used for contract and home interiors such as furniture for offices, lounges and youth clubs, cafes, hotels etc.

The colour scale is composed of a range of classic, clear colours supplemented by individual signal colours. The graphic colours black, grey and beige are represented together with individual, subdued medium tones adding width to the colour scale.