Fabric Finder

Occasional upholstery are Martha’s fabrics best suited for lower-to-medium wear pieces, chairs, bedroom seating, ottomans, or decorative upholstery. These fabrics are often chosen for colour, texture, and pattern impact. If you want something for daily family lounging, check our Everyday Upholstery range instead.

It depends on the specific fabric and how your sofa is used. For everyday seating, we usually recommend everyday upholstery fabrics with higher durability ratings. Occasional upholstery can be perfect for a sofa in a formal lounge or lighter-use space. Check the product details, or tell us your scenario and we’ll advise.

Start with the fabric’s durability info on the product page  abrasion/rub counts are a helpful guide for expected wear. Also consider fibre type, weave, and whether the piece will face pets, kids, or daily use. If you’re unsure, order a free sample and ask us to sanity-check your choice.

Yes, occasional upholstery fabrics are brilliant for cushions because you get the impact without the heavy-wear pressure. They’re a great way to bring pattern, colour, and texture into a space while keeping the look elevated. Pair them with a more hard-wearing base upholstery if you want a balanced, practical scheme.

Yes, this is where you’ll find plenty of personality. From bold prints and bright colours to textured weaves and statement designs, occasional upholstery is ideal for creating a feature piece. If you’re trying to match an existing interior, order samples and compare them in your space across different lighting.

Absolutely. Free samples are one of the easiest ways to remove doubt  especially for upholstery where feel and texture matter so much. Order a sample, test it against your flooring and wall colour, and check how it handles in your home. Once you’re confident, ordering metres becomes simple.

Alongside your upholstery fabric, you may also need underlining, cushion inners, zips, piping cord, or trims  depending on what you’re making. We stock a range of upholstery supplies to help you finish the job neatly. If you tell us what you’re upholstering, we can point you to the essentials.

Yes  delivery is available NZ wide, so you can start an occasional upholstery project from anywhere. Because we keep stock on site, orders don’t sit around waiting for suppliers. If you’re still deciding, start with samples, then move to metres once you’ve confirmed colour, texture, and durability feel.