Description

🪑 Chieftain Pasha – Faux Leather Vinyl with a Woven Feel

Chieftain Pasha is a faux leather upholstery vinyl like no other. Designed to mimic the soft texture and visual depth of woven linen, it offers the comfort and style of fabric with all the practical benefits of vinyl.

Soft, lightweight, and pliable, Pasha is a dream to upholster and a smart choice for commercial spaces where both durability and design matter.

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💼 High-Performance Faux Leather That Feels Like Fabric

Pasha has been engineered for high-traffic environments, but it doesn’t look like your typical contract vinyl. Thanks to its unique grain pattern, it brings a tactile, linen-style finish that elevates the look of lounges, waiting rooms, and hospitality seating.

Whether you’re designing for care homes, offices, or hotels, this range bridges the gap between hardwearing practicality and residential-style warmth.

Key Features:

• ✅ 88% PVC / 12% PU surface – durable, phthalate-free vinyl

• ✅ 100% recycled cotton backing – soft, flexible, sustainable

• ✅ Crib 5 fire rated – meets all UK & EU contract standards

• ✅ 400,000 Martindale rubs – built for serious wear

• ✅ ISO 22196 & ASTM G21 antimicrobial – effective against MRSA, E. coli & Coronavirus

• ✅ 18 muted, modern colourways – perfect for contemporary interiors

• ✅ Lightweight and easy to upholster – a favourite with fitters and makers

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🌿 Sustainable & Safer by Design

Chieftain has gone further than just performance. Pasha is made using organic dyes and a backing cloth woven from 100% recycled cotton yarns, making it a great fit for projects with sustainability targets.

You get fabric that’s better for the planet, without compromising on compliance, aesthetics, or longevity.

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🧵 Where to Use Chieftain Pasha

With its soft handle, elegant finish, and commercial-grade strength, Pasha is ideal for:

• Healthcare & care home lounges

• Hotel reception areas

• Restaurant booths & banquettes

• Office seating

• Student accommodation & halls of residence

• Any high-traffic seating environment that needs a softer visual touch

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❓Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chieftain Pasha made from?

Pasha has a phthalate-free vinyl surface (88% PVC, 12% PU) and a backing made from 100% recycled cotton yarns.

Is it environmentally friendly?

Yes – it uses organic dyes and recycled backing, offering reduced environmental impact and a lower carbon footprint.

How durable is it?

It’s rated at 400,000 Martindale rubs, making it more than capable for even the most demanding commercial settings.

What fire regulations does it meet?

Pasha meets all major contract specs including:

• BS5852 Source 5 (Crib 5)

• EN 1021 Parts 1 & 2

• Furniture & Fire Regs 1988, Parts 4 & 5

Is Pasha antimicrobial?

Yes – it’s been tested to ISO 22196 and ASTM G21, and shown to reduce the spread of bacteria including MRSA, E. coli, and Coronavirus.

Can I use it in healthcare and hospitality settings?

Absolutely – it’s ideal for both. You get the fabric-style look designers want, with the wipe-clean safety spec the sector demands.

Is it easy to work with?

Very. Upholsterers rate it highly for its soft handle, pliability, and low weight – it’s simple to stretch, shape, and staple cleanly.

What’s the roll size?

• Roll width: approx. 1.37 metres

• Roll length: approx. 25 metres

How do I clean and maintain Pasha?

Use warm water and mild soap with a microfibre cloth or soft brush. Wipe spills immediately – especially oils, ink or fats.
Avoid solvents, abrasives, harsh chemicals or waxes.
Note: Transfer from jeans or clothing dye is not covered under warranty.

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📦 Ready to Order?

We supply Chieftain Pasha by the metre, cut to size and shipped to suit your schedule. Need help choosing a colour? Want to pair it with foam or backing materials? Just give us a bell — we’re here to help, not just to flog stock.