Flocking Fabric: Advantages & Disadvantages

Date Time: July 02, 2025

Reading volume: 422

Author: LIJIE

What is Flocking Fabric?

Flocking fabric refers to material where nylon or viscose fibers are applied to the surface of various base fabrics and then processed through drying, washing, and other treatments.

This type of fabric features a rich texture, soft feel, vibrant colors, unique style, excellent warmth, and a luxurious, fashionable appearance that is highly popular with consumers.

What is Flocking Fabric

Advantages of Flocking Fabric

Stain-resistant

Nylon material naturally offers stain resistance. Flocking fabric has excellent stain resistance — stains such as ink, pencil marks, or grease can be easily wiped off with a damp cloth and soap.

Water-resistant

The nylon fibers themselves are water-resistant. With additional waterproof treatment, flocking fabric performs better than cotton decorative fabrics.

Anti-static

Most flocking fabrics have good anti-static properties.

Low shedding

High-quality flocking fabrics do not shed fibers. Genuine products do not shed when touched or rubbed.

Soft touch

The fabric is soft and delicate, with a touch as comfortable as swan feathers. It provides warmth in winter and coolness in summer.

Rich colors

Flocking dyeing techniques are flexible, enabling a wide range of bright colors and patterns.

Disadvantages of Flocking Fabric

Inconsistent touch stability

Wool-based flocking tends to shed fibers, especially after repeated washing.

Prone to static and dust attraction

Polyester flocking fabric has poor moisture absorption, making it feel stuffy, prone to static electricity, and easily attracting dust.

Price Reference for Flocking Fabric

Flocking fabric prices vary depending on pattern, material, and width:

Wide flocking fabric: typically under USD 20 per meter

Narrow flocking fabric: typically around USD 12 per meter

It is widely used for making sofas, cushions, women's winter suits, skirts, children's clothing, and more.

Applications of Flocking Fabric

Flocking can be applied to nearly all product surfaces, regardless of shape or size, including:

1. Base materials: paper, fabric, nonwoven fabric, artificial leather, plastic, glass, metal, rubber, wood, sponge, gypsum board, particleboard, foam, ceramic, resin, etc.

2. Furniture: flocked sofas, upholstered sofas, curtains, etc.

3. Handicrafts: toys, handicrafts, photo frame backboards, gifts, decorative paintings, artificial flowers, decorative lanterns, etc.

4. Packaging industry: jewelry boxes, wine boxes, eyeglass cases, marriage certificate covers, hangers, premium document covers, wine bottles, bags, stickers, and more.

Flocking Fabric Printing Process

Printing is a complex process that involves chemical agents, high-temperature steaming, reducing washes, etc., and requires the fabric to withstand the process without damage.

a. Printing methods: Direct printing is preferred. Discharge printing is more complex and costly. Flat screen or rotary screen printing machines are commonly used.

b. Dye selection:

1. Viscose flocking printing mainly uses direct dyes and reactive dyes.

2. Direct dyes are easy to use and offer a wide color range but have lower colorfastness.

3. Reactive dyes provide better colorfastness but are more expensive and suitable for limited applications.

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