BS 2543:1995

Committees responsible
Foreword
Specification
1. Scope
2. References
3. Definitions
4. Grading designation
5. Performance
6. Sampling
7. Marking
Annexes
A. (normative) Method of test for seam slippage
     resistance
B. (normative) Method of test for abrasion resistance
C. (normative) Method of test for pile tuft and/or
     fibre loss by reverse abrasion
D. (normative) Method of test for scuffing (surface
     pile loss)
E. (normative) Method of test for colour fastness to
     water
F. (informative) Guidelines for assessing and reporting
     the results of tests for resistance to abrasion as
     given in tables 2 to 5
G. (informative) Guidance for furniture designers in
     the selection of fabric grades for upholstery for
     domestic use
Tables
1. Flat woven fabrics
2. Woven pile fabrics
3. Knitted pile fabrics
4. Flocked pile fabrics
5. Colour fastness
6. Additional properties for fabrics suitable for
     removable, cleanable covers
C.1 Ratings for pile loss and for scuffing
Figure
D.1 Arrangement of testing device for scuffing with
     test specimen in position
List of references

Specifies requirements for five grades of woven and knitted covering fabrics for domestic and contact upholstery. Coverage includes: definitions, grading designation, performance and marking. Also gives detailed tables and annexes.