This week, the ladies welcome to the show Patrick Shelton, Senior Vice President of Sales at Valdese Weavers, to decode what “performance fabrics” really mean and how to choose the right one for your home.
With hands-on training across spinning, dyeing, weaving, finishing, and testing, Patrick explains yarn-based versus finish-based performance (and where InsideOut, Crypton Home, Sunbrella, and Ballard’s Performance Queen’s Velvet fit), how to read fiber content, and what to expect for cleanability, durability, and fade resistance.
What You’ll Hear This Episode:
- 00:00 Introduction to Ballard Designs Podcast
- 00:56 Meet the Expert: Patrick Shelton
- 01:34 Understanding Performance Fabrics
- 06:18 Types of Performance Fabrics
- 20:12 Cleaning and Maintenance Tips
- 06:25 Avoiding Bleach on Performance Fabrics
- 27:42 Choosing the Right Fabric for Your Needs
- 29:42 Pet-Friendly Fabric Options
- 30:59 Upholstery Cleaning Tips
- 35:26 Understanding Fabric Repellency
- 39:10 Emerging Trends in Fabric Design
- 44:52 The Importance of Fabric in Furniture
- 50:08 Conclusion and Where to Find More
IMAGE CREDITS: @valdeseweavers on Instagram
Also Mentioned in This Episode
- Shop Performance Fabrics at Ballard Designs – https://bit.ly/3LJf3Pg
- Valdese Weavers, Company Website
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Happy Decorating!
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