---
type: "fabric"
name: "Felt-Backed Fabric"
slug: "felt-backed-fabric"
fabric_family: "laminate_coated"
construction: "bonded"
subtype: "bonded"
typical_fibers:
  - "Polyester"
  - "Rayon"
weight_gsm: "200–400 g/m²"
price_tier: 3
url: "https://www.fabricatlas.com/fabrics/felt-backed-fabric"
updated: "2025-09-08T02:10:04.248269+00:00"
---

# Felt-Backed Fabric

Felt-backed fabric is a durable laminate material combining a top layer of synthetic fibers with a soft felt backing, offering both structural integrity and comfort.

- **Fabric Family**: Laminate Coated
- **Construction**: Bonded
- **Subtype**: bonded
- **Typical Fibers**: Polyester, Rayon
- **Weight**: 200–400 g/m²
- **Thickness**: 1–3 mm
- **Typical Width**: 150 cm
- **Price Tier**: $$$ (3 of 5)

## About Felt-Backed Fabric

This fabric is constructed through a bonding process that adheres a synthetic top layer, typically made from polyester or rayon, to a felt backing. The felt provides cushioning and insulation, making it suitable for applications requiring both durability and comfort. The laminate construction enhances the fabric's resistance to wear and tear, while the felt backing adds a soft hand feel and improves thermal insulation.

## Stretch Properties

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

## Performance Properties

- **Air Permeability**: 5 CFM
- **Hydrostatic Head**: 100 mm
- **Spray Rating**: 80
- **Evaporative Resistance (Ret)**: 0.5
- **Thermal Resistance (Rct)**: 0.2
- **UPF Rating**: 30

## Appearance & Hand

- **Luster**: Matte
- **Opacity**: Opaque
- **Surface Texture**: soft, felted
- **Hand & Drape**: Balanced

## Performance Features

- Moisture Wicking
- Wrinkle Resistance
- Stain Release

## Common Finishes

- Water Resistant Coating
- Antimicrobial Treatment

## Common Applications

- Outerwear
- Bags
- Home Textiles
- Automotive Upholstery
- Craft Projects

## Common Uses in Detail

### Outerwear & Bags

The durable bonded construction makes this material ideal for jackets, coats, and structured bags. The synthetic top layer resists wear and light moisture, while the felt backing adds body and a comfortable interior feel against skin or belongings.

### Automotive Upholstery

Widely used in car interiors, the felt backing dampens vibration and reduces noise, while the tough face fabric withstands constant friction and UV exposure. This combination delivers lasting performance across door panels, trunk liners, and headliners.

## Care Instructions

Machine wash in cold water with mild detergent. Do not bleach. Tumble dry on low heat. Iron on low setting if necessary.

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

## Additional Information

Felt-backed fabrics are popular in both fashion and functional applications due to their versatility and comfort. They can be used in a variety of settings, from casual wear to technical gear.

- **Regional Names**: Felted laminate, Felt-backed synthetic fabric
- **Sourcing Regions**: China, India, Taiwan
- **Testing Standards**: Martindale/Rub count, Pilling, Colorfastness to wash, Seam slippage, Tear strength

## Fibers in This Fabric

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

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