Artek Fabric Upholstery, Surfaces and Wood Finishes
Artek offers a thoughtfully curated selection of upholstery fabrics, wood finishes, and surface color options that highlight the brand's timeless Finnish design. These material choices allow you to personalize furniture while maintaining the quality, craftsmanship, and aesthetic Artek is known for.
*Please note: The samples shown throughout this page are representative of the available materials and finishes and may not be an exact match to the finished product. Natural variations in color, texture, grain, and appearance may occur. Interested in seeing the materials in person? We're happy to provide samples to help you choose the right combination for your Artek furniture. Simply contact us to request samples, and one of our specialists will be in touch to guide you through the options and answer any questions.
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1. Standard Upholstery Options:
- Hola by Vitra
- Volo by Vitra
- Remix 3 by Kvadrat
- Steelcut Trio 3 by Kvadrat
- Tonus 4 by Kvadrat
- Artek H55 Fabric
- Hallingdal 65 by Kvadrat
- Vidar 4 by Kvadrat
- Artek Zebra Fabric
- Artek Linen Webbing
- Prestige/Elegance Leather by Sørensen
- Customer's Own Materials
3. Standard Wood Finish Options
4. Custom Options for Large Orders
Artek Standard Upholstery Options
Explore Artek's standard upholstery options, featuring a curated selection of fabrics and leathers designed to complement the wide range of Artek furniture. Each material is chosen for its balance of comfort, durability, and timeless style.
Hola by Vitra (F40)
Hola is a textile made from 100% recycled polyester. Its finely textured threads are woven into a soft comfortable fabric with an understated expression and almost cotton-like feel. It adds an appealing warmth to any home, but is also resilient enough to be used in semi-public spaces such as hotel lobbies. The robust, easy-care material is Oekotex-certified and exists in natural tones achieved through a dyeing process with a closed water cycle. Hola is available in 11 colors.
- Composition: 100% Recycled Polyester
- Weight: 470 g/m² (13.9 oz/y²)
- Durability: 60,000 Martindale
- Pilling: Grade 4–5
- Lightfastness: Type 5
Volo by Vitra (F60)
Volo is a finely structured wool blend with a refined weave that gives it an elegant appearance. This expressive textile shows strong solid colors to full advantage while simultaneously offering pleasant tactile qualities. With its soft look and appealing texture, Volo is a perfect fit for home interiors, but it is also well suited for use in the contract sector. Volo is available in 16 colors.
- Composition: 85% New Wool, 15% Polyamide
- Weight: 435 g/m² (12.8 oz/y²)
- Durability: 100,000 Martindale
- Pilling: Grade 4–5
- Lightfastness: Type 6
Remix 3 by Kvadrat (F80)
Remix 3 is an elegant upholstery textile distinguished by exceptional depth of color, designed by Giulio Ridolfo. Remix 3 looks unicolored from a distance but reveals subtle details and color contrasts when viewed close-up. The textile features a tight, minimalistic weave, and derives its lively color play from a combination of two different mélange yarns, which each combine up to three hues.
- Composition: 90% wool, worsted 10% nylon
- Weight: 420 g/lin. m (13.55 oz/ ly)
- Durability: 100,000 Martindale
- Pilling: 5 (ISO 1-5)
- Lightfastness: 5
Steelcut Trio 3 by Kvadrat (F100)
Steelcut Trio is a hardwearing woollen upholstery textile. Originally designed by Frans Dijkmeijer, it comes in updated colorways crafted by Giulio Ridolfo. The three-dimensional surface of Steelcut Trio resembles small pyramids or steel points. Despite the complexity of the textile's innovative weave, it has a simple, precise expression. Steelcut Trio is yarn-dyed and made from 3 differently colored yarns.
- Composition: 90% Wool, Worsted, 10% nylon
- Weight: 770 g/lin. m (24.84 oz/ ly)
- Durability: 100,000 Martindale
- Pilling: 4 (ISO 1-5)
- Lightfastness: 6-7 (ISO 1-5)
Tonus 4 by Kvadrat (F100)
Tonus 4 is a color update of Tonus, an elastic upholstery fabric by late textile artist Nina Koppel. Ideal for modern organic furniture and characterized by rare color richness, it comes in a total of 47 hues, of which 19 are new. Now recognized as a classic textile, Tonus brings colors to life in vibrant, precise fashion. Building on this characteristic, the intensity and brightness of all the colors have been increased.
- Composition: 90% wool 10% nylon
- Weight: 665 g/lin. m (21.45 oz/ ly)
- Durability: 100,000 Martindale
- Pilling: 3 (ISO 1-5)
- Lightfastness: 5
H55 by Artek (F140)
Designed by Finnish architect Elissa Aalto in 1955, H55 is an iconic Artek textile featuring a distinctive geometric, tessellating pattern of the letter "H."
- Composition: 60% Wool, 40% Cotton
- Durability: 20,000 Martindale
Hallingdal 65 by Kvadrat (F)
Kvadrat’s first textile ‘Hallingdal’ has become the archetype of woollen textiles. The very durable upholstery fabric was originally designed in 1965 by Nanna Ditzel, and is now available in a version with an updated color scale: Hallingdal 65. Hallingdal 65 is made of wool and viscose, which complement each other well: the wool provides excellent durability and flexibility, whilst the viscose adds brilliance and depth to the color. Both materials are dyed before they are spun, which highlights the rich texture of the fabric.
- Composition: 70% wool 30% viscose
- Weight: 800 g/lin. m (25.8 oz/ ly)
- Durability: 100,000 Martindale
- Pilling: 4-5 (ISO 1-5)
- Lightfastness: 7
Vidar 4 by Kvadrat (F200)
Originally designed by Fanny Aronsen, Vidar has been re-coloured by Raf Simons, with shades ranging from moss green, dark aubergine, ruby red and midnight blue through to brick and earth tones, and easy neutrals. The gentle satin surface finish of the weave contrasts with the deep shadowy tones in the depths, giving a multifaceted richness to the intense colors in the range. Tightly woven, without the irregularities of the other bouclé fabrics within this collection, Vidar has an inviting texture, which variously recalls blackberries, orange peel or the comforting close-knit texture of a favorite sweater.
- Composition: 94% wool, worsted 6% nylon
- Weight: 720 g/lin. m (23.22 oz/ ly)
- Durability: 100,000 Martindale
- Pilling: 4-5 (ISO 1-5)
- Lightfastness: 7 (ISO 1-8)
Zebra by Artek (F200)
Artek's Zebra fabric was originally created by Bauhaus weaver and designer Otti Berger. It is characterized by a soft, sensual feel and striking visual depth.
- Composition: 58% Wool, 36% Cotton, 6% Polyester
- Durability: 23,000 Martindale
Artek Linen Webbing
Woven in Germany, Artek Webbing is pre-stretched and thermal treated for optimal durability. The contrasting warp (longitudinal) and weft (transverse) twisted yarns create the look of a three-dimensional weave.
- Composition: 100% Linen
- Used on the following Artek products: Chair 611, Lounge Chair 43, Armchair 406 and Armchair 45
Prestige Leather by Sørensen (L40)
PRESTIGE is a full grain, protected leather with an exclusive aura about it. Lovely to look at and stunning in any setting, it's sumptuously soft to touch, with a slight shine on the pebbles. Despite its upscale appearance, PRESTIGE has an appealing practical side, as well. The protective surface finish makes it very durable and entirely smudge-proof.
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Type: Pigmented leather
- Thickness: 1.3 – 1.5 mm
- Size: 5.0-6.0 m2
- Origin: European rawhide, typically from Italy, Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Scandinavia
Elegance Leather by Sørensen (L60)
ELEGANCE is the kind of leather that makes a room come alive. Firm yet flexible with visible, natural markings, it's an Aniline leather with richness and smoothness and a must-have favorite of those in the know. Considered one of the classics of all classics – It is, without a doubt, a luxurious leather with substance – and soul. Four specially-selected colors capture the intrinsic integrity of ELEGANCE and, at the same time, enhance its appeal. Each hide is truly unique in terms of the hue and the surface itself.
- Type: Aniline leather
- Thickness: 1.2 – 1.4 mm
- Size: 4.5 – 6.0 m2
- Origin: Finest European rawhide from cattle grazed on the Alpine meadows spanning Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Liechtenstein and Italy
Customer's Own Material (COM) / Leather (COL)
In addition to the standard fabrics and leathers listed above, products can be upholstered with the appropriate upholstery materials selected by the customer. Contact us to consult suitability of your own materials. Please note that the suitability of the fabric will be evaluated solely for application, not for performance. Prices will vary.
Fabric requirements for upholstered furniture are always based on 55" (140 cm) wide plain fabrics, unless mentioned otherwise. Fabrics with a pattern/repeat may have a higher fabric requirement.
Artek Standard Surface Options
Artek provides three standard top surfaces for a select number of their tables, chairs, and stools. Prices vary for each item. Special-edition furniture may have more surface color options available than the ones listed below.
*You may request individual surface samples in size 118x50 mm (4-3/4" x 2"). Contact us.
- Birch veneer: Natural lacquered birch veneer is the most iconic and classic finish, showing the natural, pale tone and warm wood grain of native Finnish birch.
- Black linoleum: Linoleum is warm, natural, and glare-free with a matte finish. It's softer surface is ideally suited for writing desks, office workspaces, meeting tables, and more.
- "IKI" White High-Pressure Laminate: HPL offers a smooth surface, maximum durability, stain resistance, and easy maintenance. It is ideally suited for dining tables, high-traffic areas, and heavy-use spaces.
Artek Standard Wood Finish Options
Artek furniture is offered in a carefully curated selection of wood finishes that highlight the natural beauty and versatility of birch. Special-edition furniture may have more finish options available than the ones listed below.
*Please note: Not all of the wood finishes and stains below are available on every Artek furniture piece. See the original product listing for available wood finishes or contact us to inquire about wood finish availability.
Custom Options for Large Artek Orders
The upholstery options and wood finish options shown represent our standard offerings. Looking for a custom color and finish? Additional options may be available for qualifying large-quantity orders. Contact us to discuss minimum quantities, pricing, and lead times, and more.