When exposed to sunlight all fabrics can fade. Natural fibres and fabrics tend to fade quicker when exposed to sunlight whilst synthetic fabrics are more resistant.
The standard 'color fastness to light rating' on fabrics measures the resistance to change colour and is measured on a 1-8 scale, where 1 is the most likely to change/fade and 8 is the very best result as it is not likely to fade at all. The requirement for interior textiles is between 5-6 and for outdoor textiles between 6-8.
Here's a guideline:
- Rating 4: Suitable for rooms with moderate sunlight. Some fading may occur over time.
Rating 5: Better for rooms with strong, constant sunlight. The fabric will maintain its color for a longer period. - Rating 6+: Ideal for spaces with very intense sunlight, like rooms with large, south-facing windows.
- Rating 7-8: Ideal for fabrics exposed to intense sunlight over extended periods, like in outdoor furniture.
Please check the 'color fastness to light' rating for each fabric in the “Fabric Information” on the product.