does dacron mat

Does Dacron mat? Over time, it can. Dacron is a polyester fiber used in upholstery batting and cushion wrap, and with heavy use it can compress, flatten or clump. The good news is that the right type of batting, installed and cared for well, holds its loft far longer and keeps cushions looking full and smooth.

Why Dacron Batting Flattens or Clumps

Polyester fibers are naturally springy, but daily sitting, moisture and repeated washing push them together. Loose fiberfill is the most prone to matting and shifting into lumps. Thin wrap can pack down until the edges of the foam show through the cover.

How to Prevent Matting

Choose bonded batting

Bonded polyester batting has its fibers set together, so it resists shifting and clumping better than loose fill.

Match the loft to the job

Thicker, higher-loft Dacron wrap for cushions suits seats that get daily use. Thinner upholstery batting works well for headboards, chair arms and padded panels.

Care for it gently

• Flip and rotate cushions regularly.
• Fluff cushions after cleaning the covers.
• Avoid soaking foam-and-batting inserts.

Find the Right Dacron for Your Project

Maybe you're rewrapping sofa cushions or padding a bench. Either way, browse the Dacron and polyester batting options below to find the weight and loft your project needs.