Metallic Foil Fabric

Metallic Foil Fabric

——The Perfect Balance of Luxury and Functionality  

 1. Definition  

Metallic foil fabric is a decorative material created by transferring metal foil (gold/silver/color variants) onto a base fabric through high-temperature stamping.

 Its layered structure consists of:  

- Base Fabric: Polyester (65%), cotton (20%), or blends (15%)  

- Metal Layer: Vacuum-aluminized foil (0.02-0.05mm thick)  

- Protective Coating: Transparent PU layer (anti-oxidation)  

 2. Key Advantages for Sofas  

1. Luxurious Aesthetics  

- Refractive index 1.8-2.2 (near-genuine gold effect)  

- 20+ standard colors (champagne gold/rose gold etc.)  

2. Superior Physical Properties  

- >50,000 bend cycles (no seam cracking)  

- Stable between -30°C to 80°C  

3. Commercial Space Benefits  

- 40% lower cleaning costs for hotels/lounges  

- 99% antibacterial rate (GB/T 20944.3)  

 4. Technical Comparison  

 5. Care Guide  

1. Routine Care  

- Weekly electrostatic dusting  

- Quarterly specialized conditioner   

2. Deep Cleaning  

- pH-neutral cleaner + melamine sponge  

- Avoid chlorine/abrasive cleaners   

3. Repair Tips  

- Local wear: Touch-up pens  

- Edge lifting: Low-temperature ironing (<80°C)  

 6. Purchasing Tips  

- Quality Standards:  

  - Foil passes 48-hour salt spray test  

  - Base fabric ≥280g/m² (optimal drape)  

- Price Range:  

  - Domestic premium: ¥180-350/m  

  - Italian imports: ¥500-800/m  

 7. Innovation Trends  

- Smart Foils:  

  Thermochromic color shift (22-32°C)  

- Eco-Upgrades:  

  Water-based UV-cured adhesives  

- Functional Hybrids:  

  Anti-static + metallic dual-layer structures