---
type: "fabric"
name: "Chenille (woven)"
slug: "chenille-woven"
fabric_family: "pile_napped"
construction: "pile(loop)"
subtype: "pile(loop)"
typical_fibers:
  - "Cotton"
  - "Polyester"
weight_gsm: "250–450 g/m²"
price_tier: 3
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/chenille-woven"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:03:54.641769+00:00"
---

# Chenille (woven)

Chenille is a luxurious, soft fabric characterized by its unique pile construction, offering a plush texture suitable for various upholstery and fashion applications.

- **Fabric Family**: Pile Napped
- **Construction**: Pile Loop
- **Subtype**: pile(loop)
- **Typical Fibers**: Cotton, Polyester
- **Weight**: 250–450 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 1.5–3 mm
- **Typical Width**: 140 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$ (3 of 5)

## About Chenille (woven)

Woven Chenille fabric features a distinctive pile (loop) construction that creates a soft, textured surface. Typically made from cotton or polyester fibers, this fabric is known for its rich appearance and tactile quality. The pile is formed by weaving loops of yarn into the base fabric, resulting in a plush feel that enhances comfort and aesthetic appeal. Chenille is commonly used in upholstery, throws, and garments, providing both warmth and style.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 50
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 40

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 5%
- **Weft Stretch**: 5%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 50 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 60
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.15
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Semi Bright
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: plush, soft
- **Hand & Drape**: Fluid

## Performance Features

- Stain Resistant
- Moisture Wicking

## Common Finishes

- Brushed
- Napped
- Antimicrobial

## Common Applications

- Upholstery
- Throws
- Cushions
- Fashion Garments
- Accessories

## Common Uses in Detail

### Upholstery & Soft Furnishings

Its dense pile construction makes it exceptionally durable and inviting for sofas, armchairs, and ottomans. The [Plush](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/plush) texture adds visual warmth to interiors while standing up to regular use, making it a popular choice among furniture manufacturers and interior designers alike.

### Throws & Cushions

Prized for its irresistibly soft hand feel, chenille is widely used in decorative throws and cushion covers. The fabric drapes beautifully over sofas and beds, providing both tactile comfort and an elevated, cozy aesthetic to living spaces and bedrooms.

### Fashion Garments

Its velvety pile lends a rich, luxurious appearance to sweaters, cardigans, and casual tops. Lightweight chenille knits move comfortably with the body, offering warmth without bulk, making them a favored material for relaxed yet stylish cold-weather fashion collections.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash cold with like colors, tumble dry low, iron on low heat if needed.

- Washing Machine
- Do Not Bleach
- Tumble Dry Low
- Iron Low Heat

## Additional Information

Chenille's unique texture is achieved through a special weaving technique that creates a soft, fuzzy surface. It is important to handle this fabric gently to maintain its appearance and texture.

- **Regional Names**: Chenille (global)
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, India, Turkey
- **Testing Standards**: Martindale/Rub count, Pilling, Colorfastness to wash, Seam slippage, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

- [Cotton](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/cotton.md)
- [Polyester](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/polyester.md)

## Similar Fabrics

- [Cuddle Fleece](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/cuddle-fleece.md) — Pile Napped
- [Flannelette](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/flannelette.md) — Pile Napped
- [Microfleece](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/microfleece.md) — Pile Napped
- [Polar Fleece](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/polar-fleece.md) — Pile Napped
- [Baize](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/baize.md) — Pile Napped

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