Comments on: What is the martindale rub test?

By: Luxury Fabric, Inspired Design

Luxury Fabric, Inspired Design — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 11:37:54 +0000

No it won’t help with that. Cat’s claws are like knives. So either get them cut/filed REAL short or get a very thick man-made material…something like floor vinyl. Try to cut the floor vinyl (or other fabric) with a knife. If you can’t easily cut it then it might be ok with your cats. Or go dog.

By: Margreet Franssen

Margreet Franssen — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 10:29:13 +0000

Hi, indicates the martindale test also tolerance of ”cat’s violence”? I mean for example heavenly playing inthe chair and hanging with claws in it?

By: Release Your Inner Nomad | thefoundchair

Release Your Inner Nomad | thefoundchair — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 15:14:58 +0000

[...] in upholstery textiles is tested via the Martindale rub test. The higher the number of rubs the more suitable it is for say, a sofa. If you have a favorite [...]

By: Luxury Fabric, Inspired Design

Luxury Fabric, Inspired Design — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:32:13 +0000

It’s covered in this post: http://blog.kothea.com/2009/06/26/martindale-vs-wyzenbeek-3/

By: Simon Tsui

Simon Tsui — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 07:18:43 +0000

Hi sir,
Some people mention the fabric passes certain standard of “double rubs”. Does it also equivalent to Martindale figure or different to that?
Thanks for clarifying.
Simon

By: Luxury Fabric, Inspired Design

Luxury Fabric, Inspired Design — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 07:17:05 +0000

A measure of abrasion. Search this blog for much more info.

By: Shaving

Shaving — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 01:42:20 +0000

Thanks I was wondering what the test was as I just received some results on a material from our architect.

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Wed, 25 May 2011 12:43:20 +0000

[...] I read recently, Levi’s has the best construction, threads per inch, with a high score on the rub test, not as sexy as it sounds sadly. They also make pretty much everyones a#* look awesome! With their [...]

By: Martindale vs Wyzenbeek – Rub Test By Abrasion Explained « The Fabric Blog

Sun, 22 May 2011 20:36:32 +0000

[...] Wyzenbeek and Martindale are abrasion or rub tests. They are however different tests which test different properties and [...]

By: Mohair Velvet & Other Velvets « The Fabric Blog

Mohair Velvet & Other Velvets « The Fabric Blog — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 00:07:59 +0000

[...] Velvet – A velvet made from natural Mohair Wool. Typically durable with high Martindale rub test results. Natural fibres give a degree of inherent fire [...]

By: Contract Upholstery Fabric – How to Specify It « The Fabric Blog

Contract Upholstery Fabric – How to Specify It « The Fabric Blog — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 00:11:36 +0000

[...] You should be looking at the Martindale properties of the fabric. is more information on the Martindale rub test. [...]

By: Got A Crush On Velvet? « The Fabric Blog

Got A Crush On Velvet? « The Fabric Blog — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 16:31:11 +0000

[...] upholstery, panelling, cushions and curtains. Our new Crushed Velvet is no exception with a Martindale of over 40,000 for a 145cm wide fabric. (See also Martindale vs. Wyzenbeek for an explanation of the [...]

By: Black Velvet – Even Better Italian Silk Velvet In black « The Fabric Blog

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 14:51:45 +0000

[...] Abrasion: Martindale 20,000. [...]

By: Moleskin Upholstery Fabric «

Moleskin Upholstery Fabric « — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:42:19 +0000

[...] with clothing. KOTHEA moleskin is a premium moleskin specifically designed for upholstery with Martindale Rubs between 20,000 and 30,000. Moleskin is often a blend of cotton and linen; however KOTHEA‘s 100% cotton moleskin is [...]

By: KOTHEA - Passionate About Fabrics For Top Designers

KOTHEA - Passionate About Fabrics For Top Designers — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 08:35:37 +0000

yes

By: SHARON ALLCOCK

SHARON ALLCOCK — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:32:40 +0000

would a fabric of 25000rubs besuitable for domestic use

By: Verity du Sautoy

Verity du Sautoy — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:11:46 +0000

Hi Taj

The Martindale is a statement of ‘fact’ about an aspect of one of the fabric’s technical properties ie abrasion resistance. Many technical characteristics of the fabric such as density of weave and the type of yarn used.

18,000 rubs would probably be OK for residential upholstery.

If that has not answered your questions please feel free to clarify further.

By: Taj Ali Ghani

Taj Ali Ghani — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:41:43 +0000

Dear Sir,

I ask for a Martindale test 18000 rubs for a polyester wool fabrics 55/44 plain weave suiting fabrics, Weight 270 grms liner meters. the test as given result as following 2-3 .I want to know if Martindale test is ok for this type of fabrics.

Regards,
Taj Ali Ghani

By: KOTHEA - Passionate About Fabrics For Top Designers

KOTHEA - Passionate About Fabrics For Top Designers — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 16:27:47 +0000

It will be single, your supplier would need to confirm this. 250,000 is an extremely high figure. I have never heard of a furnishing fabric which such a high rating.

By: Marilyn Benn

Marilyn Benn — Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:13:51 +0000

I am familiar with the term “double rubs”. One of my suppliers is showing me a new fabric that will pass 250,000 Martindale rub test. Is this single or double rubs?

Thank you, Marilyn Benn, Supervisor Decor