Need help deciding between velvet and linen for your furniture? Experiencing the softness of our Belgian linen or the sumptuous richness of our stain-resistant Brilliant velvet firsthand makes it easy to select the perfect fabric for your décor and lifestyle.

When it comes to selecting furniture for your home, choosing the right fabric can feel overwhelming. Your choice will affect the look, feel, and durability of your pieces for years to come. At La Residence Interiors, we offer two luxurious options: Belgian linen and our stain-resistant Brilliant velvet. Each fabric has unique qualities designed to suit different rooms, lifestyles, and aesthetic preferences. Whether you are updating your dining chairs, adding a statement ottoman, or selecting a versatile footstool, this guide will help you decide which fabric is right for you.

Order one of our free fabric swatches today to see and feel the textures in your own space.

Our Belgian linen is crafted from the finest flax fibres, celebrated for their softness and durability. Linen naturally contains subtle textures such as raised threads or slubs, which are not imperfections but part of the fabric’s charm. Linen breathes beautifully, making it ideal for furniture that will be used daily. To protect your linen upholstered items, we recommend treating them with a fabric protector, such as Scotchgard, as soon as possible. This will help repel spills and stains.

Our Linen Colour Collection:

• Oatmeal Linen
• Dove Grey Linen

Products in Linen:

Our linen upholstery is available across a wide range of furniture. Dining chairs such as Hamilton, Portman, Eaton, Devonshire, Cavendish, and Burford come in oatmeal or dove grey linen, combining classic design with lasting comfort. Bar stools including the Kingsley and Portman are also available in these colours, offering durable and stylish seating for kitchen islands or bars. For armchairs, sofas, and occasional seating, we offer Louis, Buttoned Louis, Cleveland, Annabel, and Heavenly pieces in oatmeal or dove grey linen, all designed for everyday use and understated elegance. Our Petit Royale Ottoman is available in all linen colours, while the Cleveland Ottoman comes exclusively in oatmeal linen, both versatile for seating, display, or as a footrest.

Linen at a glance:

• Best suited to: dining chairs, armchairs, occasional chairs, ottomans, sofas, bar stools
• Use it in: sitting room, dining room, bedroom, kitchen
• Style: timeless, natural, understated
• Lifestyle: Everyday living, built to last for years to come.

Our sumptuous stain-resistant Brilliant velvet is crafted from 100% polyester, combining a soft raised pile with durability and stain resistance. Velvet brings a touch of luxury and elegance to any furniture piece, creating a tactile, inviting surface that is perfect for both contemporary and classic interiors. Its wide range of colours allows you to either make a bold statement or add subtle sophistication to your space.

• Oatmeal Velvet
• Grey Velvet
• Pale Blue Velvet
• Royal Blue Velvet
• Olive Green Velvet
• Midnight Blue Velvet
• Mink Brown Velvet
• Rust Velvet
• Saffron Yellow Velvet
• Coco Brown Velvet

Products in Velvet:

Stain-resistant Brilliant velvet is available across many of our furniture pieces, offering both luxury and practicality. Dining chairs such as Hamilton, Portman, Portman Carver, and Burford come in velvet shades including oatmeal, grey, pale blue, royal blue, and olive green, combining comfort with elegant texture. Armchairs and occasional seating pieces can also be upholstered in velvet, providing a tactile, stylish focal point. Our Petit Royale Ottoman can be made in any of the velvet colours, allowing you to create either a bold statement or a soft, neutral addition to your room. Portman dining chairs and carvers also come in grey and oatmeal velvet, marrying refined design with everyday usability.

Velvet at a glance:

• Best suited to: dining chairs and ottomans
• Use it in: sitting room, dining room, snug, bedroom
• Style: contemporary, bold, tactile

Lifestyle: Family-friendly and pet friendly, easy to maintain with stain resistance.

For a relaxed, natural, and timeless aesthetic, Belgian linen is the ideal choice. It ages beautifully, offers breathability, and adds subtle texture to any piece.

For a bold, tactile, and luxurious feel, our stain-resistant Brilliant velvet provides immediate visual impact and a soft, sumptuous texture. Its stain-resistant fibres make it practical for everyday use without compromising elegance.

Many of our collections allow you to mix and match fabrics, giving you the freedom to combine the durability of linen with the luxury of velvet across different pieces. From the versatile Petit Royale Ottoman in all linen or velvet colours to classic dining chairs, armchairs, and sofas, La Residence Interiors offers furniture designed to be stylish, high-quality, and built to last.

Still unsure which fabric is right for your home? Order one of our free fabric swatches today to compare the soft elegance of Belgian linen with the luxurious richness of our Brilliant Velvet, helping you choose the perfect fabric with confidence. Visit www.laresidenceinteriors.co.uk to explore our full collection and request your swatches today.