UMI

UMI is a 100% wool fabric defined by its voluminous diagonal twill. Designed for generous surfaces such as sofas, lounges, and reception areas, its presence transforms furniture into landscapes of comfort. With a palette of 27 colours, from grounded neutrals to vibrant accents, UMI embodies understated luxury while offering expressive versatility.

  • 100% recyclable wool
  • Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Design and colours are developed by Maria Wolff Metternich

Characteristics

Design no.
2308 — UMI
Application
upholstery
Composition
100% Virgin wool
Weight
905 g/lm — 29.19 oz/lin.yd
Width
140 cm — 55 inches

Environment

Environment, health, and safety
OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100
EU Ecolabel
Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Performance

Abrasion
65,000 — rubs martindale BS EN 14465 (ISO 12947-2)
40,000 — rubs martindale (ASTM D4966) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
4 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 12945-2)
Light fastness
5-7 — scale 1-8, max. 8 (EN ISO 105-B02)
Rubbing fastness dry/wet
4-5 /4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 105x12)
Flammability
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match
BS 5852 Part 1 0,1 Cigarette & Match, The Furniture and Furnishing Regulations 1988
CA TB 117-2013
Will also pass other flammability standards. Flame retardant performance is dependent upon the foam used. Contains no flame retardant chemicals.
US ACT pass
ASTM D4966 Martindale (heavy duty) ASTM D4966 Martindale (heavy duty)
ASTM D4970 Pilling ASTM D4970 Pilling
AATCC 16 Light fastness AATCC 16 Light fastness
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking
CA TB 117-2013 CA TB 117-2013
Abrasion test results exceeding ACT Performance Guidelines are not an indicator of product lifespan. Multiple factors affect fabric durability and appearance retention.

Abrasion resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465 In accordance with EN 14465 144420356 04 Aug 2025 PDF
ASTM D4966 Martindale (heavy duty) 25-001107 25 Apr 2025 PDF

Pilling
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12945-2 23/63091A/04/25 20 Aug 2025 PDF
ASTM D4970 Pilling 25-001107 25 Apr 2025 PDF

Colour fastness to light
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2025AN1172 07 May 2025 PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness 2025AN1172 07 May 2025 PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet 2025AN2085 04 Aug 2025 PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking 2025AN2085 04 Aug 2025 PDF

Seam slippage
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 13936-2 144420356 04 Aug 2025 PDF
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam 25-001107 25 Apr 2025 PDF

Flammability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match 20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam 23/62652/11/24 01 May 2025 PDF
BS 5852 Part 1 0,1 Cigarette & Match, The Furniture and Furnishing Regulations 1988 20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam 23/63091/24/25 07 May 2025 PDF
CA TB 117-2013 25-001107 25 Apr 2025 PDF

Breaking Force
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D5034 Breaking force 25-001107 25 Apr 2025 PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet
Test Condition No. Date Download
Material Safety Data Sheet 01 May 2025 PDF

Dry cleaning P(S) 

Do not wash Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry

100% Wool – Designed to be experienced

Woven in virgin wool, UMI carries the essence of nature into interiors. Its tactility invites the hand ... soft, natural, alive ... before the texture takes over: a voluminous diagonal twill that unfolds with depth and movement, like an echo of the sea. With its unique weight and thickness, UMI brings calm yet powerful authority to your furniture, while softening the space with the natural qualities of wool.

UMI must not only be seen ... it must be felt. Comfort here is not an addition, but a natural force, embedded in the fabric like the rhythm of the sea.

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The Bulky Diagonal Twill

At the core of UMI lies its voluminous diagonal twill; a structure that reflects the nature of the sea itself: sculptural yet soft, calm yet powerful. Like waves carving patterns into sand, the twill brings rhythm and depth to generous surfaces, carrying a piece of nature into the workspace. This signature weave gives UMI a distinct identity that is expressive, authentic, and timeless.

Pure Wool, Pure Colour

UMI presents a palette of 27 pure solids, woven from woollen yarns in four different sizes (counts) to create depth and dimension while keeping the colours clear and uncompromised. This purity gives the fabric a calm, timeless character that brings balance, elegance and lasting relevance to interiors.

The Unexpected Five

Alongside its timeless palette, UMI unveils five striking highlights: a luminous green, warm terracotta, radiant blue, vibrant scarlet, and soft dusty pink. These accents make the colour scale truly unique, offering architects and designers fresh opportunities for contrast, creativity, and expression. Together with the nature-bound majority, they form a palette that is both balanced and bold; understated in essence yet filled with endless possibilities.