What does gsm mean for sofa fabric?

Gsm means grams per square metre. It tells you how heavy the fabric is. A higher gsm usually means a denser fabric.

What gsm fabric do your sofas use?

Our 3 seater sofa pages list 280 gsm fabric: suede on most designs and boucle on a few.

Is 280 gsm better than 220 gsm?

For a sofa that is sat on every day, a heavier, denser fabric generally holds up better to rubbing. Lighter fabrics can suit cushions, pouffes and stools.

Where do you use 220 gsm fabric?

Our ottoman and pouffe pages list 220 gsm washable suede fabric.

Is gsm the only thing that decides fabric quality?

No. Weave, fibre and finish matter too. Gsm is a useful first check that you can find in our specifications.

280 GSM vs 220 GSM Sofa Fabric: What Fabric Weight Means for Daily Use

Golden Paradise Furniture

7 days ago

2 min read

Updated: 1 day ago

Gsm is one of the few fabric numbers you can actually compare between sofas. It tells you how heavy a fabric is per square metre. This guide explains what 280 gsm and 220 gsm mean, and where we use each. All products are 30% off with free delivery across India.

Boucle fabric three seater sofa listed with 280 gsm fabric — A 3 seater sofa listed with 280 gsm boucle fabric

280 gsm vs 220 gsm at a glance

280 gsm: heavier, denser fabric; listed on our 3 seater sofas.
220 gsm: lighter fabric; listed as washable suede on our ottomans and pouffes.
Daily wear: a denser fabric generally handles rubbing from daily sitting better.
Feel: weight is one factor; the weave and fibre also shape the feel.

When 280 gsm makes sense

Choose a heavier fabric for the main family sofa, where people sit, nap and eat snacks daily. On our site, 280 gsm suede is the standard, and four 3 seater pages list 280 gsm boucle: the three boucle designs below and the Sheesham Wood 3 Seater Sofa.

Where 220 gsm works

Lighter fabric suits pieces used less, such as footrests and pouffes. Our ottoman pages list 220 gsm washable suede fabric, for example the Upholstered Wooden Ottoman Stool.

Other fabric checks

Feel the weave: tight weaves resist snagging.
Ask how to clean it: washable fabrics are easier with kids.
Check for pilling on display pieces in the showroom.

Sofas listed with 280 gsm fabric

From our 3 seater sofa collection:

Boucle Fabric 3 Seater Sofa India: ₹29,995
Curved Boucle Fabric 3 Seater Sofa: ₹29,995
Dazzle Boucle Fabric 3 Seater Sofa: ₹24,990
3 Seater Sofa Under 20000: ₹19,992
Modern Style 3 Seater Sofa: ₹19,999

Prices are the sale prices on our product pages on 16 October 2026 and can change, so check the product page or WhatsApp us before you visit.

Also read boucle vs suede sofa, suede vs velvet sofa and best sofa fabric for Delhi weather.

Offer, warranty and making time

All products are 30% off with free delivery across India. Our warranty is 12 months. Every sofa can be custom-sized and takes about 7 working days to make.

Frequently asked questions

What does gsm mean for sofa fabric? Gsm means grams per square metre. It tells you how heavy the fabric is. A higher gsm usually means a denser fabric.
What gsm fabric do your sofas use? Our 3 seater sofa pages list 280 gsm fabric: suede on most designs and boucle on a few.
Is 280 gsm better than 220 gsm? For a sofa that is sat on every day, a heavier, denser fabric generally holds up better to rubbing. Lighter fabrics can suit cushions, pouffes and stools.
Where do you use 220 gsm fabric? Our ottoman and pouffe pages list 220 gsm washable suede fabric.
Is gsm the only thing that decides fabric quality? No. Weave, fibre and finish matter too. Gsm is a useful first check that you can find in our specifications.

Feel the fabric weight

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