---
type: "fabric"
name: "Chintz"
slug: "chintz"
fabric_family: "upholstery_decor"
construction: "jacquard"
typical_fibers:
  - "Cotton"
weight_gsm: "150–300 g/m²"
price_tier: 3
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/chintz"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:04:33.753519+00:00"
---

# Chintz

Chintz is a glossy, printed cotton fabric often used in upholstery and home decor, characterized by its vibrant colors and intricate patterns.

- **Fabric Family**: Upholstery Decor
- **Construction**: Jacquard
- **Typical Fibers**: Cotton
- **Weight**: 150–300 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 0.5–1.5 mm
- **Typical Width**: 140 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$ (3 of 5)

## About Chintz

Chintz is a type of cotton fabric that is typically finished with a high-gloss surface, achieved through a calendaring process. It is often printed with floral or geometric patterns, making it a popular choice for upholstery, curtains, and decorative pillows. The jacquard weave allows for complex designs and textures, enhancing its aesthetic appeal. Chintz is known for its durability and ease of care, making it suitable for both residential and commercial applications.

## Woven Properties

- **Ends per Inch (EPI)**: 60
- **Picks per Inch (PPI)**: 50

## Stretch Properties

- **Warp Stretch**: 0%
- **Weft Stretch**: 0%

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 0.5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 100 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 80
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.2
- **UPF Rating**: 15

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Bright
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: smooth
- **Hand & Drape**: Balanced

## Performance Features

- Stain Resistant
- Colorfast
- Wrinkle Resistant

## Common Finishes

- Calendared
- Printed
- Sanforized

## Common Applications

- Upholstery
- Curtains
- Cushions
- Tablecloths
- Bedspreads

## Common Uses in Detail

### Upholstery & Cushions

Its tightly woven [Cotton](https://www.fabricatlas.com/fibers/cotton) base and glossy finish make chintz a favored choice for armchairs, sofas, and decorative cushions. The vibrant printed patterns add a classic, elegant character to furniture while the smooth surface resists light soiling and holds its shape well.

### Curtains & Drapery

The crisp, lustrous surface catches and reflects light beautifully, making it ideal for floor-length curtains and window treatments. Rich floral or botanical prints lend rooms a traditional, layered aesthetic, and the fabric's moderate weight allows it to drape gracefully without excessive bulk.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash in cold water with mild detergent. Tumble dry on low heat and iron on a low setting if necessary.

- Machine Wash
- Do Not Bleach
- Tumble Dry Low
- Iron Low

## Additional Information

Chintz is often associated with traditional and vintage decor styles, making it a favored choice for both contemporary and classic interior designs.

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

## Fibers in This Fabric

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

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