Description
Meet Element in Color Kalahari by Nassimi, a super soft faux leather vinyl that brings warm tan tones and a refined traditional look to any space. Sold by the yard and measuring 54 inches wide, this heavy weight upholstery material offers the supple hand of genuine leather without the upkeep.
Built with a polyurethane face over a polyester backing, Element delivers a smooth, soft-to-the-touch finish that is colorfast and ready for demanding indoor projects. It is a natural fit for restaurant, medical office and home upholstery work where durability and comfort matter most.
- Pattern: Solid / Plain in a rich Kalahari tan
- Fabric type: Vinyl faux leather (100% Polyurethane face, polyester backing)
- 54 inches wide, heavy weight, soft to the touch
- Colorfast finish for lasting good looks
- Great for upholstery, cushions, pillows, bags, apparel, crafts and home decor
Indoor specific and available by the yard, Element ships rolled to protect its smooth surface. Order a swatch to feel the soft faux leather finish before committing to yardage.
Nassimi ELEMENT In Color KALAHARI Faux Leather Urethane | Upholstery Fabric | 54 Wide
Element
General Specifications
| Surface Composition | 100% Polyurethane (Polycarbonate) | |
| Substrate Composition | 100% Polyester | |
| Weight | 18 oz per linear yard | |
| Width | 54" | |
| Thickness | 0.80 mm | |
Added Performance Specifications
| Hydrolysis Resistance | 10 weeks | ISO 1419:1995 (Jungle Test) |
| Stain Resistance | Yes | |
| UV Resistance | 1400 Hours | ASTM G154-06 |
| Colorfastness to Light | 1000 Hours | AATCC 16.3-2014, Option 3 |
| Bleach Resistance | Yes, 10% Dilution | |
| Mildew Resistance | Pass | ASTM G21-13 |
| Cold Crack | -20° F | CFFA-6a-2007 |
| Sulfide Stain Resistance | Yes |
Physical Performance Specifications
| Abrasion Resistance | 100,000+ Double Rubs* | ASTM D4157-07 |
| Breaking Strength | 131 Warp, 83 Fill | ASTM D751-00 |
| Coating Adhesion | 16.4 Warp, 11.1 Fill | ASTM D751-06 |
| Crocking Resistance | 5 Dry, 5 Wet | AATCC 8-2007 |
| Flex Resistance | 25,000+ | ASTM D2097-03 |
| Tear Strength: Tongue Tear | 10.2 Warp, 13.2 Fill | ASTM D2261-07 |
| Seam Strength: Tack Tear | 56.0 Warp, 46.0 Fill | ASTM D751-06 |
| Colorfastness to Perspiration | Pass | AATCC 15-07 |
| Colorfastness to Ozone | Pass | AATCC 109 |
| Colorfastness to Sea Water | Pass | AATCC 106-07 |
| Colorfastness to Chlorinated Water | Pass | AATCC 162-02 |
| Colorfastness to Gas | Pass | AATCC 23 |
*Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan.
Flame Retardancy Specifications
| California Technical Bulletin 117:13 | Pass |
| UFAC Class I | Pass |
| NFPA 260 | Pass |
Reduced Environmental Impact
- This product does not pose any exposure risks associated with the chemicals in Prop 65
- No added flame retardant chemicals – AB2998 compliant
- No added anti-bacterial chemicals
- Phthalate free
- Lead / heavy metal free
- BPA free / tris free / formaldehyde free
- Does not contain conflict minerals
Disclaimer: This product meets the Healthy Interior goals of the Safer Chemical Challenge according to the manufacturer. Practice Greenhealth does not verify this information.
Specifications
- Shipping Policy:
- Standard Shipping
- Remnants Vs Yards:
- By the Yard
- Material:
- 100% Polyurethane (Polycarbonate)Vinyl
- Shipping Directions:
- Must ship rolled
- Suitable For:
- Accessories - Bags/PursesApparel - Coat/Jacket, Crafts, Costume, Cushion, Home Decor, Upholstery
- Feature:
- Colorfast
- Thickness / Stiffness / Feel:
- Soft to the touch
- Printed Vs Woven:
- Solid Color
- Theme / Key Words:
- Traditional
- Pattern:
- Solid/PlainSolid
- Upholstery Fabric Weight:
- Heavy Weight
- Drapery Fabric Weight:
- Too Heavy For Drapery
- Fabric Width:
- 54
- Fabric Type:
- Vinyls
- Indoor Vs Outdoor:
- Indoor Specific
- Color Theme:
- Tan
- Branded SKU:
- EEL-009
- Branded Name:
- Element in Color Kalahari
- Colors Shown:
- Tan
Recommended Uses
- Indoor Uses
- Bag Making, Commercial Seating, Crafting, Cushions, Home Decor, Pillows, Upholstery
