This classic handbook provides a wealth of information on traditional fabrics used in upholstery. Illustrated with helpful diagrams throughout, it is still of use to anyone interested in textiles, design and upholstering today. Contents include: A History of upholstery, A Guide for You, How Fabrics Help Sales, Three Things Make the Difference in Fabrics, What Fibers are Used - Where They Come From, What Different Fibers Look Like Magnified, Two Basic Kinds of Woven upholstery Fabrics - Pile Fabric, Why Some Fabrics Wear Better, Which Fabrics Clean Easily - Resist Soiling?, Like Sterling on Silver, A Final Word - to You - to Your Store, The Care and Cleaning of Furniture upholstery. We are republishing this vintage text in a modern and affordable edition, complete with a newly written introduction and featuring the original artwork.