Frequently asked questions

dé Fabrics (dé Fabrics Group) supplies woven upholstery and sofa fabrics to the furniture trade. Our offices are in Shanghai and Jiaxing, China, and our roots are in a family business. Our focus is sofa fabrics. About us

No. We work with the trade only: furniture manufacturers, importers, wholesalers, dealers and brands. If you are looking for a sofa for your home, please ask a furniture retailer.

We have offices in Shanghai and in Jiaxing, Zhejiang Province, China. You will find the addresses on our contact page and the company details in our legal notice.

Woven upholstery and sofa fabrics. On our website you will find our woven range, the New series 2026 (DE8D01–DE8D26), fifteen collections from our studio shoot and colour cards for many articles.

Yes. You can request samples of any article on our website. Add articles and colour numbers to your Selection, or list them in the contact form, with your quantities and destination. We confirm the sample format and any courier cost with you before dispatch.

That depends on the sample format and on where they are going. We confirm the sample format and any courier cost with you before we send anything.

Yes, for many articles, including DE2203, DE2217, DE351, DE9199 and others. A colour card shows every colour of an article side by side, each numbered. See the colour cards and ask us about the articles you are considering.

Yes. Technical details are coming soon; until then, samples let you see the new articles in your hands. Request samples or ask our team for the data that is available.

On request. The MOQ depends on the article and the colours. Tell us the article, colours and quantity you need, and we include the MOQ in your quote.

Prices depend on the article, the quantity, the colours and the Incoterm. Request a quote and tell us your destination.

On request. When your order is confirmed (PO/PI), we reserve stock or start production and share the timing with you.

Stock is on request for each article. At order confirmation we reserve stock or start production, and we share the timing with you.

We work in five steps: 1. we align on specs, aesthetics, volumes, destination and budget; 2. we suggest fabrics, send samples and share pricing and terms; 3. the PO/PI is confirmed, and we reserve stock or start production and share timing; 4. batch checks and order status notes; 5. documentation, shipping and after-sales support. How we work

Quality checks are step 4 of how we work: batch checks and order status notes. If your order has specific requirements, include them in your brief and we discuss them with you.

EXW, FOB, CFR (C&F) and CIF. Our guide Incoterms explained shows who pays for each step and where the risk passes.

The port of loading is named in your quote. If you need it earlier, for example to plan with your forwarder, contact us.

Tell us your destination when you ask for a quote. We quote for your quantity, destination and Incoterm.

Documentation is arranged according to the agreed terms, as part of step 5 of how we work. Tell us which documents your import requires when you ask for a quote.

They are fibre abbreviations. We show compositions exactly as published. Ask us for the full fibre names of any article.

Weights are shown exactly as published. If the basis matters for your calculation, ask us to confirm it for the article you are considering.

We list the test methods that apply to an article, such as Martindale abrasion or light fastness, but we show a result only once it has been verified. Ask us for the documentation available for the article. Our glossary explains what each test measures.

Two reasons. For the New series 2026 we are preparing the data: "Technical details coming soon — request samples or ask our team." Some other articles are online with photos only so far; their pages say "Details on request".

So that there is never any doubt about which colour you mean. Quote the article code and colour number in every request, for example "DE2505, Colour 14".

Please ask us for the documentation available for the specific article you are considering. We share data and documentation with your sample request or quote where available.

Yes. We create what you need — custom weaves, custom colours. Send us your brief: a reference fabric or photo, colour targets, the end use, volumes and destination. Custom development

Yes. You can build your own upholstery fabric range on our woven articles. We keep your designs and business information confidential, can prepare customised catalogues, and confirm the MOQ on request. Private label

Apply through our dealer programme page. Tell us about your company, your markets and your current range. Prices and terms are discussed with you when you apply; the price list is on request.

Use the dealer login. The login is separate from the application. If you have forgotten your password, use Forgot your password?

At the Amsterdam Textile Show 2026, 4–6 November 2026, World Fashion Centre, Amsterdam: Hall 2, Booth A401. See all trade fairs, or contact us to arrange a meeting.

Email info@de-fabrics.com, call or WhatsApp +86 156 1812 0670, or add our WeChat ID dongminchina. You can also use our contact form. We will get back to you.

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