Fabric Finder

Everyday upholstery fabric is designed for furniture that gets used, well, every day  sofas, dining chairs, benches, and family seating. The focus is durability without sacrificing style. Our everyday upholstery range includes velvets, cotton tickings, NZ made wool, polyesters, jacquards, and linen upholstery fabric you can live with confidently.

Yes  if you’re looking for upholstery fabric, you can shop at Martha's online and have it delivered. We keep stock on site so there’s no long wait, and you can also visit our Auckland upholstery shop in Newmarket to see and feel fabrics in person. Start with free samples to choose well.

Yes. Our velvets are sourced from JB Martin, one of the oldest and most prestigious velvet mills in the world. These are hard-wearing, commercial grade velvets, with abrasion ratings in the 100,000–200,000 Wyzenbeek rub count range. If you want plush with performance, this is the sweet spot.

Yes  we stock NZ made wool, including wools made right here in Auckland. Wool upholstery is a brilliant choice for warmth, texture, and durability, and it works beautifully across classic and contemporary interiors. If you’re not sure which wool is best for your piece, order a sample and we’ll help you narrow it down.

Start by thinking about how the sofa will be used day to day. Consider things like kids, pets, regular lounging, and how much sunlight the room gets. While some fabrics include durability information such as rub count, not every fabric has this listed. If you’re browsing our Everyday Upholstery section, you’re already looking in the right place for fabrics suited to regular use. If you’re unsure which fabric will work best for your project, feel free to share a bit about your space and we can recommend suitable options.

Yes, our upholstery shop includes everything from classic cotton tickings to patterned jacquards and linen upholstery fabrics. That means you can choose subtle texture, timeless stripes, or full statement pattern depending on your space. If you’re trying to coordinate with existing décor, sampling makes the final decision feel easy.

We do. If you’re upholstering or making cushions, trims and tassels can take a project from “nice” to next level. We stock finishing details like fringe, gimp, piping cord, and more, so you can get what you need in one place. If you’re unsure what works, we’ll help you choose.

Yes  we don’t want you waiting for your dream fabric. Our range is kept on site and ready to ship right away, which makes planning easier (and projects faster). Start with free samples, lock in your favourite, then order metres knowing it’s ready to go when you are.