Non-Woven Fabric for Office Chair Bottom

It is common to use non-woven fabric at the bottom of office chairs, serving purposes such as anti-slip, noise reduction, and as a base material. However, long-term use may pose risks of oxidation and shedding.

Common Application Scenarios of Non-Woven Fabric at the Bottom of Office Chairs

1. Design of Chair Foot Contact Surface
   Non-woven fabric is often used on the contact surface of office chair foot pads to enhance anti-slip effects through friction between fibers. For example, when the casters come into contact with the ground, the rough surface of the non-woven fabric increases friction, reducing the risk of chair sliding. Meanwhile, its fibrous structure buffers the impact force during caster movement, effectively reducing noise, especially suitable for hard floor environments.

2. Covering Material for the Bottom of Chair Bodies
   The bottom structure of some office chairs (such as the FLINTAN series) is wrapped with non-woven fabric. This design not only hides the internal metal or plastic frame, enhancing the neatness of the appearance, but also protects the bottom of the chair body from daily scratches or wear with the wear-resistant and tear-resistant properties of the non-woven fabric, extending its service life.

3. Universal Base Material for Furniture
   Non-woven fabric is a common base material for sofas, seats, and other furniture, with functions including:

• Structural Stability: As a base material, non-woven fabric can fix internal fillers (such as foam and springs) to prevent displacement or deformation.
• Moisture and Dust Resistance: Its dense fibrous layer can block dust from entering the interior of the chair body while preventing moisture from eroding metal components, reducing the risk of rust.

Potential Issues with Long-Term Use

User feedback indicates that non-woven fabric may gradually become brittle due to oxidation reactions after long-term use, leading to edge shedding or surface pulverization. This phenomenon is usually related to the following factors:

• Environmental Humidity: High humidity environments accelerate the aging of non-woven fabric fibers, making them more prone to breakage.
• UV Exposure: If office chairs are placed near windows for extended periods, UV rays may damage the molecular structure of the non-woven fabric, shortening its lifespan.
• Material Quality: Non-woven fabric made from low-density or recycled materials has poorer wear resistance and is more prone to shedding issues.

Maintenance Recommendations

To extend the service life of non-woven fabric, it is recommended to regularly clean the bottom of the chair body to avoid dust accumulation; control indoor humidity (recommended to be maintained between 40%-60%) and reduce the time the chair is placed under direct sunlight. If slight shedding occurs, non-woven fabric repair patches can be used or the manufacturer can be contacted to replace the parts.