Inspirations
Best upholstery fabric for hospitality seating
Upholstery materials for hospitality settings must perform under constant use while maintaining appearance over time.
Marine
Our marine-grade fabrics are developed for interior upholstery applications where environmental stability, durability and consistency are critical.
Materials for marine interior environments
Marine interiors experience fluctuating humidity and temperature variation as well as prolonged UV exposure. Materials must maintain performance and appearance under these constraints.
Ambla faux leathers are formulated to support dimensional stability and surface performance within interior marine settings. Fire performance, durability and dimensional stability are verified through structured in-house testing and supported by accredited third-party certification where required.
Documentation and batch traceability support specification control across vessel builds and refit programmes.
Our fabrics in use
Proven in marine seating environments
Marine applications place continuous demands on upholstery through passenger use, cleaning routines and environmental variation.
Ambla faux leathers are developed to:
- Maintain surface integrity under repeated use
- Support consistent appearance across installations
- Perform under routine onboard cleaning
- Deliver controlled batch-to-batch consistency
The result is a material that performs reliably across marine interior service cycles.
Intended Applications
Ambla materials are suitable for a range of marine interior applications, including:
- Passenger seating and cabin upholstery
- Crew and operational seating
- Lounge and communal interior areas
- Ferry, cruise and specialist vessel interiors
- Specialist and commercial marine seating
Where required, bespoke colour matching, embossing and formulation adjustments can be developed in collaboration with our technical team.
Fabrics that support sustainability objectives
Marine materials must deliver consistent performance over extended service intervals.
Ambla’s durability-led approach supports longer use cycles, reducing replacement frequency and associated maintenance requirements. Alongside this, we continue to refine formulations and production practices through ongoing development at our Lancashire site.
We prioritise measurable progress over broad claims.
Environmentally Stable Formulation
Manufactured in Lancashire, Ambla faux leathers are produced with controlled formulations and embossing, ensuring consistent performance in fluctuating onboard conditions.
Testing & Certification
Automotive applications demand verified abrasion resistance, flame performance and durability. Materials are tested in-house and supported by accredited external certification where required.
Refit-Ready Supply
Stockholding and dispatch are managed directly from our Lancashire site, supporting defined lead times and consistent batch control across vessel refits and phased programmes.
Material Thinking
Thoughtful perspectives on materials, environments and the standards that define them. Where material knowledge meets real-world application across the sectors we serve.
Inspirations
Designing healthcare interiors that don’t feel clinical
Healthcare interiors present a complex design challenge; spaces must meet strict hygiene and safety standards while still supporting patient comfort and dignity.
Insights
PU vs faux leather: What specifiers should know
The two most common materials are PU (polyurethane) fabrics and vinyl-coated materials. Both are often called faux leather, which can sometimes cause confusion since the terms aren’t used the same way everywhere.
Insights
Why marine upholstery fabrics need specialised compliance
Upholstery on boats and ferries has to withstand salt, moisture, sunlight, and heavy wear. These conditions place significant stress on materials.
Discuss your project
If you’re interested in using Ambla faux-leather fabrics on a project, please get in touch with our team. We’ll be happy to advise.
THE AMBLA PROCESS
From concept to completion, every Ambla material is shaped by controlled design, in-house manufacturing and verified performance.
DESIGN
Material development begins with considered colour, texture and finish, aligned with performance requirements and real-world application.
PRODUCTION
Manufactured in-house using controlled coating, embossing and finishing processes to ensure batch consistency and repeatable quality.
TESTING
Performance is verified through structured in-house testing, supported by accredited external certification where required.
DISTRIBUTION
Stockholding and dispatch are managed directly from our Lancashire site, providing clear lead times and dependable supply.