fabricwrapped

Fabricwrapped, often written with a hyphen as fabric-wrapped, describes an object whose surface has been covered with fabric. The fabric may be applied directly to the surface using adhesives, stitching, or binding, or it may form part of a layered composite that reinforces the core material. The term is used across crafts, upholstery, architecture, and industrial design to indicate a textile exterior that governs texture, color, and protection.

Techniques vary. Common methods include wrapping with fabric cut to fit, securing edges with glue or stitching, and finishing with a sealing layer such as resin, varnish, or lacquer to stabilize the surface. In upholstery, fabric-wrapped frames refer to the process of covering a furniture frame with fabric or fabric-backed padding to create a finished surface. In sculpture and crafts, fabric can be adhered over an armature or core with plaster, papier-mache, or resin to produce a textured exterior.

Applications span decorative arts, fashion, interior design, and engineering. In engineering contexts, fabric-reinforced polymer composites use woven textiles embedded in resin to reinforce panels, pipes, or cables and to produce lightweight structural components. In consumer products, fabric sleeves and wraps provide abrasion resistance and a refined look for cables and cords.

History and usage vary by culture and industry. The practice ranges from traditional fabric wrapping of gifts and ceremonial objects to modern textile-reinforced composites and upholstery techniques. Care and cleaning depend on fabric type and adhesive used; moisture and heat can affect both fabric and underlying materials.