Which fabric is 50% cotton/50% polyester and features a double weave of 1 warp and 2 filling, yarn dyed?

• A. Double cloth
• B. Pocket Cloth
• C. Matelasse
• D. Upholstery fabric

Answer: (D)

Think about what this fabric is designed to do: cover furniture and withstand everyday use. A 50% cotton/50% polyester blend gives a nice balance between softness and durability, with the natural feel of cotton and the added strength and stain resistance of polyester. Yarn-dyed means the colors are dyed in the yarns before weaving, so the color runs through the fabric and wears more evenly over time—exactly the kind of colorfastness you want on a piece that will see a lot of use.

The double weave described adds extra bulk and strength by weaving two layers together in one fabric, which boosts durability and gives a substantial hand—traits you look for in upholstery fabrics. Taken together, these characteristics—durability, suitable weight, fabric construction, and colorfast yarn-dyed coloration—point to upholstery fabric, a category of textiles specifically made for covering furniture. Other options describe particular weave styles that don’t align as closely with a 50/50 cotton/poly, yarn-dyed, double-weave fabric intended for heavy-use upholstery, so this combination best matches upholstery fabric.