Tested for Real Life
Experience the science of stress-free living, where every sofa we make is designed to handle life’s everyday messes.
Step into any home protected by FibreGuard Sofa Malaysia, and you’ll discover an unspoken promise: your sofa is engineered to endure life’s unpredictability without losing an ounce of its refined character. Behind this effortless cleanability lies a rigorous, multi-tiered testing regimen—each fibre subjected to scientific scrutiny to ensure performance that transcends ordinary upholstery.
Stain Removal Test
Before a single sofa leaves our Malaysian factory, its fabric battles through 17 of the most notorious household enemies—mayonnaise, red wine, even wax crayon—under strict, repeat-wash conditions. Conducted by Labotex, FibreGuard's independent, fully-accredited laboratory, this protocol guarantees that every accidental blotch of mud, coffee, or gravy vanishes with just water—no harsh chemicals, no panic required.
Mechanical Textile Test
Beyond stain resistance, FibreGuard fabrics undergo a battery of mechanical tests to prove their mettle against wear and time. These tests include:
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Martindale & Wyzenbeek Wear Resistance (EN 14465, ASTM D4157) to test the fabric’s resistance to wear and abrasion from daily use.
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Pilling & Brush Pilling (ISO 12945-2, ASTM D 3511) to evaluate how the surface of fabrics will look and perform after prolonged use.
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Colour Fastness to Light (ISO 105-B02) to ensure colours remain vibrant and don’t fade with light exposure.
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Washability (ISO 3759) to ensure the fabrics retain their original dimension, aspect, stability, colour, and beauty, wash after wash,
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Fire Retardant (FR) Compliance to ensure the fabrics comply with a range of fire-retardant standards such as CAL 117, FMVSS, NFPA 260, BS58852 source 0, and more. FR compliance varies by collection and country, so please refer to fabric sample for applicable standards.
STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®
FibreGuard fabrics are certified under the STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, ensuring they are tested and proven free from harmful substances. This globally recognised certification follows strict, regularly updated criteria that often exceed national and international safety standards. FibreGuard's unique OEKO-TEX® certification number is 0611045, reflecting a commitment to safer, healthier fabrics for your home.
ISO 14001 Standard on Environmental Management
FibreGuard fabrics are produced in mills that are independently certified to meet ISO 14001 standards for environmental management. This internationally recognised certification ensures that each mill has established practical, measurable systems to manage and reduce its environmental impact. ISO 14001 sets the framework for organisations across all industries to monitor, control, and continually improve their environmental performance.
For customers, this means choosing FibreGuard fabrics contributes to a reduced overall environmental footprint, lower collective risk of pollution, and ongoing improvements in sustainable manufacturing practices.
ISO 9001 Certified
The International Standards Organisation defines this themselves as a specification “based on a number of quality management principles including a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, the process approach and continual improvement. Using ISO 9001 helps ensure that customers get consistent, good-quality products and services, which in turn brings many business benefits.”
The next time life gets messy, rest easy knowing science and craftsmanship stand between your home and any stain or wear that dares to challenge it.