What is Velboa?

 

Velboa is a 100% polyester short pile faux fur fabric. 

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Names for Velboa?

 

Velboa is the most common name for Velboa fabric.

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Velboa is sometimes referred to as “Velboa Skin”, as it resembles animal hides. 

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What is Velboa Made of?

 

Velboa is made of polyester.

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The composition of Velboa is 100% Polyester Fabric. Polyester is durable, shrink resistant, wrinkle resistant fabric. 

 

What are types of Velboa?

 

There are three types of Velboa fabric the exotic Velboa Smooth Wave Prints, the classic chic with Velboa Smooth S - Wave,  and the minimalist Velboa Smooth Solids.

 

•  Velboa Smooth Prints

Velboa Smooth Prints is an intricately knitted short pile faux fur with a rich 3 mm pile and an embossed wave pattern, with over 50 prints from Fabric Base.

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•  Velboa Smooth S - Wave

Velboa Smooth S- Wave is an intricately knitted short pile faux fur with a rich 3 mm pile and an embossed wave pattern. 

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•  Velboa Smooth 

Velboa Smooth is an intricately knitted short pile faux fur with a rich 3 mm pile. This style of Velboa is designed in solid colors.

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Care Instructions for Velboa?

 

Velboa is tough wearing fabric that can be gentle machine washed or hand washed with a quick drying time. Dry Velboa by machine dried , drip dried, hang to dry, or dry flat.  Velboa fabric is naturally resistant to wrinkles, a light steam on the backside of the fabric will flatten out any wrinkles. Velboa should not be bleached, tumble dried, ironed, or dry cleaned. 

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•  How to Wash Velboa : Gentle Machine or Hand Wash

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• How to Dry Velboa :  Machine Dried , Drip Dried , Dry Flat, Hang to Dry 

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•  Do Not : Bleach, Tumble Dry, Iron or Dry Clean

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• Wrinkle Out Velboa : Light steam on the backside of the fabric will flatten out any wrinkles

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Features of Velboa?

 

Velboa fabric is tear & shrink resistant. The tear  & shrink resistant enginering of Velboa makes it a favorite for durable fabric enthusiasts. 

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Tear Resistance or Tear Strength is the resistance of fabric from cutting or tearing in tension. Fabrics that have a higher tensile force resistance can be used to design a wide range of products vs lower or no tear resistance, fabrics are limited in their manufacturing abilities. Tear Resistance is an essential part of a product’s quality and life span. For example, dog beds are commonly made out of Velboa because its high tear resistance resists punctures and day-to-day wear and tear.

 

• Low vs High Tear Resistance : Fabrics that have a higher tensile force resistance can be used to design a wide range of products vs lower or no tear resistance, fabrics are limited in their manufacturing abilities. Tear Resistance is an essential part of a product’s quality & life span.

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Velboa fabric will not shrink and will resist water - based stains. This fabric does not shrink because it is made of 100 % Polyester, allowing the fabric engineers to have greater control of the fabric. Natural fabrics such as cotton are more susceptible to shrinking and will most likely shrink during the primary wash.

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What is Velboa Used for?

 

Velboa is a versatile fabric which is used in an array of products.

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Velboa is used for upholstery, pillows, curtains, drapery, home decor, fashion, apparel, pet products, lining, toys, stuffed animal toys  blankets, cars, and accessories, cosplay, baby clothes, costumes and more.

 

• Velboa Home Decor

 

Velboa is the perfect fabric for home decor.

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Whether designing pillows, chairs, sofas, curtains, drapery, blankets, throws, bedding or home decor accents, Velboa is a great option.

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With a wide range of styles Velboa accommodates a spectrum of themes from contemporary, traditional, mid - century modern, art deco, Rocco, baroque, glam or bohemian.

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Maintaining the style, look and feel of products is a key part of Velboa’s features.

With tear and shrink resistant design, Velboa can withstand constant use while avoiding wear & tear. Velboa provides a practical yet elegant design whether with the exotic Velboa Smooth Wave Prints, classic chic with Velboa Smooth S - Wave, or modern contemporary Velboa Smooth Solids.

 

• Velboa Pet Products

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For pet products including beds & toys, Velboa is a popular fabric as it can withstand the playful nature of our furry friends.

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Pet products are prone to constant use, making Velboa an ideal solution to keep your pet’s favorite toys and beds stylish and durable.

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• Velboa for Cosplay & Costumes

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Velboa is a favorite among Cosplay & Costume designers as it can add easy budget friendly flair to any design. Whether you need a suede look or an exotic animal, your imagination can come alive with Velboa. The tough wearing feature of Velboa makes it durable fabric allowing you to perform and adventure freely. 

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• Velboa for Cars

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Car accessories including mats, trims, and seat covers are often designed with Velboa for its durability. Velboa can create a bold interior with Velboa Prints, an old school classic with Velboa S Wave or a streamlined finish with Velboa Solids.

 

• Velboa Fashion

 

A touch of flair can be added to any wardrobe with Velboa. Whether designing a jacket, hoodie, lingerie, trim, shoes, bags, or lining Velboa will add a glamorous look.

 

As a short pile faux fur Velboa offers the glamorous look of fur or animal hide while being a cruelty free faux fur choice. The medium weight of Velboa allows apparel to be year round rather than seasonal.

 

Velboa does not fray and can be cut with little pressure, making it a top pick for both independent designers or large-scale fashion labels. Velboa is a great design choice as it can accommodate a wide range of styles from bold animal prints, classic camouflage fabric prints, to subtle embossing and chic solids.

 

• Velboa Blankets

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Whether you're designing a throw blanket or a full bed set Velboa is a perfect choice. As a short pile faux fur Velboa offers the glamorous look of fur or animal hide while being a cruelty free faux fur. 

 

The medium weight of Velboa allows blankets and bedding to be used year round rather than being seasonal. Velboa can withstand constant use and show no signs of wear and tear.

 

Velboa is a great design choice as it can accommodate a wide range of styles from bold prints to subtle embossing to classic solids.

 

• Velboa  Toys & Stuffed Animal Toys

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Velboa is tough wearing and soft fabric making it a great for stuffed animals, rocking horse toys and more. Velboa can withstand the frequent use climbing and jumping of kid’s toys.

 

Velboa Faux Fur Animal prints make a great and easy way to create toy giraffes, bears, zebras and more. The tear & shrink resistant features of Velboa make caring for products easy with a simple laundry wash. 

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What is Velboa Print?

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Velboa Print  is a Faux Fur Velboa Fabric. Velboa is an intricately knitted short pile faux fur with a rich 3 mm pile and an embossed wave pattern, with over 50 prints. Tear and Shrink resistant it's the perfect soft and durable fabric for bedding, blankets, upholstery, auto accessories, toys, pet beds, pillows, and baby accessories.  

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What prints does Velboa come in?

 

Velboa comes in a wide range of prints from faux fur animal prints, camouflage fabric and more. See the full list of Velboa Prints below. Velboa Prints are also available in custom prints developed in the United States and Over Seas.

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View All Velboa Print Designs 

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See List of Velboa Print Designs

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Who Makes Velboa?

 

Velboa™ is made and designed by Fabric Base. Fabric Base Inc is a textile company

manufacturing specialty fabrics, novelty items, and finished goods with over 40 years of experience.

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Shop Velboa

 

Contact Fabric Base to shop Velboa Wholesale or to find your closet retailer or online store for Velboa by the Yard.

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Velboa Manufacturing 

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Velboa can be designed into finished goods with Fabric Base Manufacturing. 

 

 Learn About Fabric Base Manufacturing  

 

Fabric Base Manufacturing is a full service producer of home goods, shirting, furniture, baby goods, salon capes, uniforms, novelty items, and custom products.

 

For independent manufactures companies we provide greige goods, PFD fabrics, prepared for dying and sublimation fabrics.

 

We have solutions for large volume products and brands just starting out!

 

Incorporating our knowledge of textiles with our manufacturing capabilities allows us to create unparalleled products. Using our departments, we can balance a sustainable harmony between fabric and product.

 

Manufacturing made simple with a transparent process guided by our expertise, directed by you. Each step of the process is done by our manufacturing hub allowing you to have control every step of the way from design, production, certifications, assembly and logistics.

 

We can create your product from a blueprint, sketch, inspiration, theme or concept. Our team of expert designers can help you complete your concept or we can design your product for you.

Production and assembly can be completed in the United States or overseas. We can make your product with a stock fabric or a custom-developed fabric.