Volar Bio | Cafe Noir

Introduced in 2019 and designed to support eco-friendly specifications, Volar Bio is Ultrafabrics’ first biobased collection. Blending renewable plant-based materials into our multi-layer construction reduces our dependence on finite resources, without sacrificing durability or easy maintenance. The unique matte surface features a subtle organic texture with a semi-lustrous base. Available in a selection of natural hues, Volar Bio was created for the designs of tomorrow.

Volar Bio proudly touts a 29% Bio Preferred Program Label. It received the Innovation award in the 2020 PETA UK Vegan Homeware awards and won the textile category of the 2021 Good Design Awards.

In pursuit of our goal to include at least 50% renewable and/or recycled resources across all collections, the backcloth of Volar Bio will transition to include recycled polyester and responsibly sourced rayon.

Application: Interior Upholstery

General Specifications

Composition:

Proprietary Polycarbonate + Biobased Surface

65% Polyester, 35% Rayon Backing

Weight:

Approx. 12.1 oz. Per Square Yard

Approx. 410 Grams Per Square Metre

Thickness:

Approx. 1.15 Millimetres

Width:

54 Inches / 137 Centimetres

Performance

Abrasion:

ASTM D4157 / 300,000 Double Rubs (Wyzenbeek)*

BS EN ISO 12947-2 / 200,000 Rubs (Martindale)*

*meets or exceeds

Hydrolysis:

16 Weeks

ASTM D3690 Sect. 6.11 (Hydrolytic Stability)

ISO 1419 Method C (Accelerated Ageing)

Biobased Carbon Content:

29%

ASTM D6866-18 (Method B)

ISO 16620-2; 2015

Adhesion of Coating: ASTM D751

Tear Strength: ASTM D2261

Breaking Strength: ASTM D751

Tensile Strength: BS EN ISO 1421

Colourfastness

Light: AATCC 16.3, 200 Hours, Grade 4

ISO 105 B02, Grade 6

Crocking: AATCC 8, Grade 4-5 Wet & Dry

Flammability Requirements

• ASTM E84 (Adhered)- Class A

• CA TB 117- Pass

• FMVSS 302 & 95/28 Annex IV- Pass

• NFPA 260- Class 1

• UFAC- Class 1

These fabrics, when treated and/or used with other compatible

furniture components, have been shown to perform under the fire

test conditions of:

• ASTM E84 (Unadhered)

• BS 5852 Source 0, 1 & 5

• IMO FTPC Part 8 (Cig, Match & Crib 5)

• BS EN 1021 Parts 1 & 2