Corduroy Knit Fabric
Corduroy Knit Fabric solves a common headache for anyone sourcing flexible, body-friendly material. If you’re hunting fabric that stretches and moves naturally with the body, regular woven options leave much to be desired. Woven textiles hold their structure steady but offer zero give; their stiff resistance works great for sofa upholstery, yet they’re far from ideal for apparel or curved furniture designs. That’s exactly why we stock this knit corduroy material.This is a knitted corduroy, not woven.
Description
Technical Parameters
260GSM / 150cm / Knit Upholstery & Apparel Fabric
Corduroy Knit Fabric solves a common headache for anyone sourcing flexible, body-friendly material. If you're hunting fabric that stretches and moves naturally with the body, regular woven options leave much to be desired. Woven textiles hold their structure steady but offer zero give; their stiff resistance works great for sofa upholstery, yet they're far from ideal for apparel or curved furniture designs. That's exactly why we stock this knit corduroy material.This is a knitted corduroy, not woven. That matters because knit construction gives you flexibility. The fabric moves with you, bounces back after stretching, and holds its ribbed texture without feeling restrictive. It is 260-280 GSM - light enough to drape well but heavy enough to feel substantial. The width is 160 cm, giving you good cutting yield for both apparel and upholstery applications.
All our knit corduroy is crafted purely from virgin polyester filament, no blended fillers mixed in. The special warp-knitted weave we adopt lends the material innate elasticity that moves along with the wearer. Whether stitched into daily joggers, loose overshirts or sofa cushion covers, it stretches comfortably during walking, bending or sitting, yet snaps back to its original silhouette right away. You won't see loose, droopy fabric around knees, waistbands or cushion edges even after months of regular wear and wash cycles.
Right now we keep over 20 ready-made color shades in our warehouse for immediate shipment, perfect for quick trial runs or small-batch restocks.
If none of our in-stock tones fit your brand's design vision, we run full color matching in our on-site dye lab. Simply send over your physical fabric swatch, Pantone card or digital color reference, and our technicians will tweak dye formulas to replicate the exact shade you're after.
We don't lock you into the default 150cm width either. Should your cutting, sewing or upholstery workflow call for a narrower or broader fabric roll, we can adjust the loom setup to produce custom widths tailored to your production line's unique needs.
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Attribute |
Detail |
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Product Name |
Corduroy Knit Fabric |
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Composition |
100% Polyester |
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Weight |
260 GSM-280GSM |
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Width |
150 cm (customizable) |
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Construction |
Knit / Dyeing & Brushed finish |
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Stretch |
Yes (natural knit stretch with good recovery) |
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Surface |
Single side, ribbed texture with brushed nap |
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Color |
30 stock colors (No. 1-30) / Customized available |
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Usage |
Apparel, sportswear, casual wear, curved upholstery, cushions |
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Feature |
Soft, stretchable, anti-pilling, warm, breathable |
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MOQ |
500 meters per color |
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Delivery |
15-20 working days after deposit |
Let me give you the practical view - not the sales pitch version.
Why knit, not woven.
Lots of factories only carry woven corduroy, and it's easy to see why. Woven styles hold shape rigidly, a classic pick for specific rigid textile projects. Still, this material comes with a clear downside: zero elasticity.
Craft trousers, casual outerwear or flowy skirts out of woven corduroy, and your customers will feel tight, limited range of motion all day long. It's equally tricky for curved sofa frames or rounded ottomans-the stiff weave resists conforming to rounded contours, leaving awkward tension and uneven coverage.
Our knit corduroy avoids all those headaches entirely. Its knitted weave delivers gentle, built-in stretch that flexes with every shift, then bounces back to its original form once tension eases. That's exactly why we build our corduroy line with knitted construction from the ground up.


Why 260-280 GSM.
This 260 GSM weight strikes a balanced middle ground few corduroy styles manage to pull off. It carries enough heft to lock in distinct cord ridges without weighing down finished goods, yet stays light enough to fall in soft, natural drapes.
Drop below 200 GSM, and the material turns thin and insubstantial; its signature cord lines flatten out easily after just a few wears. Push past 300 GSM, meanwhile, and the knit grows stiff and cumbersome, sacrificing that fluid, wearable softness knit textiles are loved for. We landed firmly on 260 GSM after countless trial rolls-it's that ideal middle range that fits apparel and light upholstery equally well.
What the brushing does.
The brushing process is not cosmetic. It raises a fine nap on the surface. That gives you two things: a soft feel and a bit of warmth. People wearing this fabric do not feel that cold, slick polyester touch. It feels more like fabric, less like plastic. And because we brush after dyeing, the color stays consistent across the surface - no uneven patches.
Anti-pilling - what it actually means.
We treat this Corduroy Knit Fabric to resist pilling. If you have ever seen cheap knit fabric with those little fuzz balls forming on the surface - that is pilling. It happens when short fibers work their way to the surface and tangle up. Our treatment locks those fibers down. The fabric stays clean-looking for longer. Your customers notice that, even if they do not know the technical term for it.
What our customers are actually using it for.
The range is wider than we initially expected. Some buyers use this Plaid Corduroy Fabric for children's leggings and joggers - parents like the look, and kids like the comfort. Others use it for women's casual jackets that need to be soft but structured enough to hold a shape. A few furniture makers have even started using it for slipcovers on modular sofas, because the stretch makes it easier to fit over curved frames.

Stock colors.
We keep 30-40 colors in stock, These are our standard shades, and they are ready for production with shorter lead times. If you need a color that is not in our standard range, we can do custom matching.
Custom colors.
We do custom colors for this fabric. If you have a Pantone number, a physical reference, or even a photo of the color you want, we can match it. Our dye house runs small batches for sample approval before we go into full production.
Custom width.
150 cm is our standard. If your cutting patterns work better with a different width, we can adjust. Just tell us what you need.
MOQ and pricing.
Our regular MOQ is 600 meters per color for this Corduroy Knit Fabric. That is the number that makes sense for our production setup. But if your order volume is smaller, talk to us. We sometimes split quantities for customers who are testing new colors or running limited collections. Price depends on the final quantity, color complexity, and any custom requirements.


Delivery timeline.
From deposit confirmation to shipment, we usually deliver within 15-20 working days. This includes knitting, dyeing, brushing, finishing, and packing. If you have a tight shipping schedule, we can discuss expedited options. But for standard orders, the timeline is consistent.
We get this question all the time. Here is how we handle samples for this Corduroy Knit Fabric.
● Standard samples - A4-size cuttings of existing stock colors are free. You just pay the shipping cost. If you have your own courier account with FedEx, DHL, or TNT, we can ship using your account and you do not pay us anything for the sample.
● Custom samples - If you want a specific color matched and a sample produced before you place the full order, there is a sample charge. That covers the dyeing setup and the production of a small batch. We deduct that sample charge from your final order if you go ahead with production.
These are actual questions buyers have asked us about this Corduroy Knit Fabric.

FAQ
Q1: What exactly is chenille corduroy fabric, and how is it different from standard corduroy?
A1: Standard corduroy is usually made from cotton or cotton-poly blends, with the pile created by cutting weft yarns. It has a distinct ribbed texture, but depending on the quality, it can feel stiff or scratchy. Our Chenille Corduroy Fabric swaps the standard yarns for chenille yarns - two plies twisted around soft feather-like fibers. This changes the surface feel completely. The fabric stays ribbed visually, but the hand-feel becomes noticeably softer, fuller, and more like velvet. If you compare them side by side, the difference is immediate.
Q2: What is your minimum order quantity for this fabric?
A2: Our standard MOQ is 500 meters per color. That works well for furniture manufacturers and medium-to-large apparel runs. But we also keep a selection of popular colors in stock, and for those we can accept orders starting from 100 meters. For sampling, we send A4-sized cuttings at no charge. If you need a full color ring, we can ship it out within 24 hours via DHL or FedEx - you just cover the courier cost.
Q3: Can I get a physical color card before placing an order?
A3: Yes, and we actually recommend it. Our Fabric has a distinct pile surface and sheen that does not show accurately on a monitor. The reds, for example, can look slightly warmer or cooler depending on the screen. We have physical swatch rings covering all 20 colors. They are free to request - you only pay the shipping fee. Most buyers find this saves time because they can match the fabric to their existing materials or design samples directly.
Q4: Is this fabric heavy enough for sofa upholstery?
A4: Yes, comfortably so. At 350-450 GSM with a tight chenille pile structure, our Chenille Corduroy Fabric holds up well on sofas, sectionals, and armchairs. We have had customers use it for entire living room sets. That said, for commercial projects - hotels, restaurants, high-traffic waiting areas - we suggest talking to our technical team first. We can recommend a denser backing or adjust the weight to better suit heavy-use environments. For residential use, though, it works beautifully as-is.
Q5: What widths and weights are available for this fabric?
A5: Our standard run is 145-160 cm usable width, with a tolerance of about 2 cm either way. For weight, we usually produce this Chenille Corduroy in the 350-450 GSM range. The exact number depends on the color and the pile height you choose - darker dyes sometimes require slight adjustments to maintain the same hand-feel. If you have a specific target weight in mind, let us know. We can adjust the yarn count and pile density to hit your number.
Q6: How do you recommend washing and maintaining this fabric?
A6: For apparel and loose covers, we recommend turning the fabric inside out and machine washing in cold water - under 30°C - on a gentle cycle. Use a mild detergent, and skip bleach or fabric softener. The softener can actually flatten the chenille pile over time. Tumble dry on low heat, or hang to dry in a shaded area. If you need to iron, do it on the reverse side with a cool iron, and avoid pressing directly on the pile. For fixed upholstery, regular vacuuming with a soft brush attachment keeps dust from settling into the ribs. Spot-clean spills quickly with a damp cloth. We have had customers tell us this fabric holds up much better than they expected, even in homes with kids and pets.
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