When people hear velour and velvet, they usually picture the same thing: rich, plush fabric that makes a stage look like Broadway… even if the budget is closer to high-school-gym-with-a-dream.
But the two fabrics are not the same — especially when you add IFR into the mix.
Let’s break it down quickly so you can sound like a theatre pro without Googling under the table.
IFR means Inherently Flame Retardant — the flame resistance is built directly into the fibers and never washes out.
🎭 Used in:
Theatres
Schools
Auditoriums
Film sets
Large event venues
IFR Velour is engineered for performance spaces where compliance is not optional.
NFPA 701 Flame Standard → https://www.nfpa.org/
Stage Drapery Safety Guide → https://usitt.org/
10 oz IFR Velour (lightweight, mobile staging, touring, schools)
15 oz IFR Velour (theatre standard, most common)
23 oz IFR Velour (premium, ultra-plush, concert halls, high-end venues)
Velvet is the classic, luxurious fabric everyone loves — BUT it isn’t naturally flame retardant.
It can be:
FRT (Flame Retardant Treated), OR
Non-FR at all (for décor only)
Velvet is great for:
Residential drapery
Boutique interiors
Luxury décor
Upholstery
Accent curtains
Fabric Construction & History → https://www.britannica.com/topic/velvet
Types of Velvet → https://www.masterclass.com/articles/types-of-velvet
| Use Case | Choose… | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Theatres, auditoriums, film sets, schools | IFR Velour | Required for safety + permanent flame resistance |
| High-end décor, boutiques, interior design | Velvet | Maximum luxury look and feel |
| Large venues needing plush appearance + compliance | 23 oz IFR Velour | Looks like premium velvet but passes safety regulations |
| Traveling shows, mobile stages | 10 oz or 15 oz IFR Velour | Lighter, durable, inherently flame retardant |
Because we’re one of the only Canadian suppliers with ALL THREE weights of IFR Velour in stock — 10 oz, 15 oz, and 23 oz — plus a selection of beautiful velvets for décor and hospitality.
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✔ Schools, theatres, studios & hospitality welcome
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If you need samples or pricing, just ask — we ship anywhere in Canada.
