CONTACT > FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


Can't find what you're looking for? Contact us now >
To order Pallas Fabric Cards (select lines only) please visit the KI website >

Pallas Textiles General Information

Click here to view double-rub information for Pallas upholstery fabrics (.doc) >

A double-rub is a testing method that uses a special machine that passes a testing pad back and forth over the fabric until it is worn out. Each back and forth pass is known as a double-rub.
 


Click here to view where Pallas Textiles is available graded-in with furniture manufacturers.
 



 


Maintenance and Cleaning Information
Maintenance & Cleaning of Upholstery Fabrics
Proper maintenance of upholstery fabrics permits less frequent cleaning. Maintenance is routine, on-going care which reduces the build-up of soil on the fabric's surface and treats spots and stains. Vacuuming with a proper upholstery attachment should be done regularly and throughly to remove air-borne dust and lint. Promptly treat spots and stains. Cleaning periodically removes accumulated grime to retain a fabric's original appearance as much as possible. Loose cushions should be turned and rotated to equalize wear and soiling levels. Protective arm covers and head rests should be cleaned to minimize difference between the appearance of these items and that of other exposed areas.

Cleaning codes apply to the outercovering fabric only and it is most important that the fabric not be over wet to avoid contact with filling materials. 

W Clean only with water-based shampoo or foam upholstery cleaner. Do not over wet. Do not use dry cleaning solvents to spot clean. Pile fabrics may require brushing to restore appearance. Cushion covers should not be removed and laundered.

S Clean only with dry cleaning solvent. Do not saturate. Do not use water. Pile fabrics may require brushing to restore appearance. Cushion covers should not be removed and dry cleaned.

WS  Clean with mild determent or shampoo, foam or dry cleaning solvent as desired. Do not saturate with liquid. Pile fabrics may require brushing to restore appearance. Cushion covers should not be removed and dry cleaned or laundered.

X Do not clean with either water or solvent based cleaner. Use vacuuming or light brushing only.


Water based cleaning agents* are often classified as upholstery shampoo. They are usually commercially available as foams, concentrates, and dry components.

Cleaning can be either wet or dry, though some suggest a third category, damp.

Wet cleaning equipment using water is classified into two broad types:
Rotary or hand applied shampoo
Water extraction (sometimes inaccurately referred to as a steam cleaning)

Two of the damp processes with water are:
Dry foam
Rotary mop (bonnet)

Dry systems use a granule or powder that incorporates a cleaning solvent, or a non-water chemical solvent which allows soil to be removed by subsequent vacuuming.

Pre-test your cleaning method on an inconspicuous area of the fabric to determine if color bleeds, shrinks the fabric texture or character altered. If there is any doubt, seek the assistance of a professional cleaning service.

* Examples include Glamorene, Glory, Blue Lustre and Woolite.

Click here for PDF >
 

Here is a list of cleaning codes for Pallas Upholsteries. Please see the information provided above in "Upholstery Maintenance and Cleaning Guide" for more information.

Upholstery Cleaning Code Upholstery Cleaning Code
Arbor WS Metro S
Astrance W Milano WS
Aurora W Milky Way S
Balustrade WS Monte Alban S
Bevel S New Grange S
Billows WS Notations WS
Bounce W On The Fringe W
Boxseat W On The Path WS
Busy Bee WS Opulence WS
Casablanca S Perfect Pitch WS
Celestine S Perseverance WS
Chateau WS Ping Pong WS
Checkmates S Prism W
Cheeky WS Racy S
Chroma W Raku W
Chrysanthum W Ravenna WS
Classy S Regalia W
Composition S Reel To Reel WS
Criss Cross S Ridge W
Crossword WS Running Stitch W
Dapple WS Savannah WS
Deeply Rooted WS Savoy WS
Delphinum W Seeking Truth WS
Endurance S Sheepish S
Escalator S Shorthand WS
Etruria WS Skip WS
Fresco W Solid Footing WS
Fu Hao WS Spellcheck WS
Furrow W Spray Rose WS
Graffito WS Spun WS
Grasmere W Stairway to Heaven S
Gound Breaking W Stripe Up The Bands S
Hand-woven WS Substance S
Helix S Sutton Hoo S
Holy Cow W Swing S
Illusion W Tangier WS
Impasto W Tanis S
Indulgence S Tempo WS
Inlay S Terrazzo W
Interlace WS Thunder WS
Jacks S Touchstone S
Kwaart W Transom W
Larkspur W Trevi WS
Latifolia W Turtle Neck WS
Lunette WS Twirl WS
Mache W Unraveled W
Madras S Unspun W
Maidenhair WS Ur S
Majolica W Vineyard S
Malta S Watercourse S
Marrakesh WS Whisk S
Masada W Work Horse WS
Meadowrue W Zenith W
Melody Maker WS Zephyr S
Meteor S
 

Bamboo Hitex® is a natural product. Offering all the advantages of a natural product. Including minimal variation from dyelot to dyelot. These are what makes the material come alive. During usage the refined bamboo fiber with its naturally lively surface develops its own unique patina. Over the years it will tell its own story about your life with the furniture.

All the same, adherence to a few simple rules will help your furniture upholstered with Bamboo Hitex® keep its beautiful form for a long time. Wear marks on the fabric, caused through the application of heat, moisture and pressure, can be diminished through a simple procedure using a moist cloth and a soft brush. Apply a damp cloth to the affected area, allow the moisture to penetrate the fabric and then briefly and gently brush the fabric.

The cleaning procedure for everyday care is just as easy. Using your upholstery tool and the lowest setting on your vacuum cleaner, vacuum the fabric. In addition to this, wipe the fabric with a damp, lint free cloth every once in a while. It is that easy.

No one likes a big red wine stain – this is also true for Bamboo Hitex®. The hollow fibers of bamboo relating so beautifully to the air and the climate environment are equally open when it comes to absorbing spilled drinks. We recommend using caution when serving refreshments near this fabric. Throwing your slipcovers in the washing machine is also NOT recommended. Natural fibers have the tendency to shrink during the wash.

A spill should be removed as quickly as possible using a clean, dry and absorbent cloth. If a larger area is affected, wipe from out to in, and do not rub the spill into the fabric, rather draw the moisture out.

Only in the case that the stain does not come out should you then attempt to remove it using lukewarm water and a fine washable detergent. Using a soft sponge, lightly rub the foam into the fabric and them use an absorbent cloth to dab the moisture out. This process may need to be repeated, then allow the furniture piece to dry completely. To combat stains that have already dried into the fabric we recommend employing the usual upholstery cleaning methods. One should spray the cleaning product, let it absorb into the stain, and then brush or vacuum the soiled area. To clean larger areas of upholstered furniture we recommend a neutral, fine washables detergent – no chlorine or acetone-based, acidic detergents.

In the case of greasy or oily stains, such as shoe polish or lipstick, we recommend gentle dry cleaning.

Click here for PDF >
 

For common dirt and stains, use a soft cloth with mild soap or mild household detergent and water. Rinse the surface with clear water after cleaning. For stubborn stains, use a mild solvent such as Naphtha, 70%isopropyl/water solution, or 5:1 water/bleach solution. Rinse the surface with clear water after cleaning.

Click here for PDF >
 



 


Nano-Tex® Information

 


Crypton® Information
Crypton fabrics are engineered to be stain, water and bacteria resistant. The key to Crypton fabric is its weaving process coupled with its proven barrier that allows nothing to penetrate upholstered cushions.

Pallas Textiles offers multiple fabrics with Crypton technology:

Astrance Latifolia 
Aurora Mache
Chrysanthum Majolica
Delphinium Masada
Fresco Meadowrue
Furrow Prisim
Grasmere Raku
Illusion Ridge
Impasto Terrazzo
Kwaart Transom
Larkspur


 

Most spills on Crypton can easily be cleaned with a towel. Just wipe up the spill with a clean cloth. However, for dried stains or more difficult stains, Crypton can be easily cleaned with a soap-and-water mixture.

Simply combine 1 part of an enzyme powder detergent such as Tide® or Cheer® with 5 parts water. Apply the solution to the stain and wait a minute or two to allow the detergent to begin removing the stain. Then lightly rub/scrub the area and rinse thoroughly with clean water.

Click here for more information>
 



 


Wall Covering Information
General Instructions

STORAGE
Paper products must be stored in upright position in order to eliminate crush marks.

CAUTION: Material must be examined prior to installation. No claims will be allowed for hanging the wrong color or pattern. 
  • Wallcoverings should be tested by hanging no more than three sheets.
  • No claims allowed for labor charges or consequential damages under any conditions.
  • Wallcoverings can display certain irregularities that are inherent to the manufacturing process.
  • Walls should be mirror smooth for optimum results.

Click here for more information>
 

All stains on papers should be treated as soon as possible with clean water, by using a soft cloth (white) or sponge. For harder stains a mild detergent solution with warm water can be used, being careful not to flood the surface. Abrasive rubbing of spots should be avoided, discoloration and delamination may occur. More care should be taken in cleaning any dark colors because of the possibility of causing "light marks". Occasional vacuuming will aid in maintaining the paper product's fresh look.
 



 


ACT Performance Guidelines
 Abrasion - Abrasion is the ability of a fabric to withstand damage from wear and rubbing. There is a general contract specificaton as well as a heavy duty specification.

Application  Passes
General Contract Upholstery ASTM 3597 modified (#10 cotton duck) 15,000 double rubs Wyzenbeek Method
Heavy Duty Upholstery
ASTM 3597 modified (#10 cotton duck) 30,000 double rubs Wyzenbeek method or ASTM D4966 (with 21 oz. weight) 40,000 rubs Martindale method
 

 Fire Retardancy - Flammability testing determines a fabric's resistance to burning.

Application  Passes 
Upholstery California 117

Direct Glue Wallcoverings
ASTM E 84 (adhered method)

Panels and Upholstered Walls
ASTM E 84 (unadhered method)

Drapery
NFPA 701 Small Scale
 

Colorfastness to Wet & Dry Crocking - Colorfastness to wet & dry crocking refers to the rubbing off of color from the fabric onto clothing, hands or other materials and can occur under wet or dry conditions.

Application  Passes 
Upholstery
AATCC 8-1974 Dry Crocking, Class 4 minimum Wet Crocking, Class 3 minimum

Direct Glue Wallcoverings
AATCC 8-1974 Class 3 minimum

Panels and Upholstered Walls
AATCC 8-1974 Class 3 minimum
Drapery
ASTM D3691-AATCC 8-1974 (solids). ASTM D3691-AATCC 116-1974(prints) Class 3 minimum
 

 Physical Properties - Three physical property tests include: brush pill test to determine a fabric's pilling. Breaking/tensile strength is the ability of a fabric to withstand tension without breaking or tearing. Seam slippage is the pulling apart of fabrics at the same time.

Application  Passes

Upholstery
Brush pill - ASTM D3511, 3-4 minimum
Breaking strength - ASTM D3597-D1682-64 (1975) 50 lbs. minimum in warp & weft
Seam Slippage - ASTM D3597-D434-75 25 lbs. minimum in warp & weft


Panels and Upholstered Walls
Breaking Strength - ASTM 1682-64 Grab Method 35 lbs. minimum in warp & weft
Seam Slippage - ASTM D3597-434-75 25 lbs. minimum in warp & weft


Drapery
Seam Slippage - ASTM D3597-434-75 for fabrics over 6 oz./sq. yard. 25 lbs. minimum in warp & weft
Seam Slippage - ASTM D434-75 for fabrics under 6 oz./sq. yard. 15 lbs. minimum in warp & weft
 

 Colorfastness to Light - Colorfastness to light is the degree to which fabric will retain its color when exposed to light.

Application  Passes 
Upholstery AATCC 16A-1974 or AATCC 16E-1976 Class 4 minimum at 40 hours
Direct Glue Wallcoverings AATCC 16A-1974 or AATCC 16E-1976 Class 4 minimum at 40 hours
Panels and Upholstered Walls AATCC 16A-1974 or AATCC 16E-1976 Class 4 minimum at 40 hours
Drapery ASTM D3691 16A-1974 or ASTM D3691 16E-1976 Class 4 minimum at 60 hours