Review of La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabric

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For pet owners, keeping furniture clean and undamaged can be a challenge. Whether it’s fur, scratches, stains, or odours, our furry companions can be tough on upholstery. While there are various DIY methods to protect furniture, like using covers, regular vacuuming, and applying protective sprays, these often compromise aesthetics or require constant upkeep.

That’s where La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabrics come in. Magaly del Castillo, the interior designer at La-Z-Boy Cyrville, says these fabrics offer exceptional durability and easy cleaning, allowing you to enjoy your furniture worry-free while keeping your pets close.

In this review, we’ll explore what makes La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabrics a great investment, how they compare to other upholstery options, and what real customers have to say about their experiences.

Key Takeaways:

• Durable & Scratch-Resistant: Engineered to withstand pet claws and everyday wear, reducing fraying and pilling.
• Pet Hair Repellent: Special weave construction prevents fur from embedding deeply into the fabric.
• Stylish & Customizable: Available in a variety of colors, textures, and patterns to match any home décor.
• Warranty Protection: Covered under La-Z-Boy’s fabric warranty for select stains and structural integrity.

In This Article…

1. What is Pet-Friendly Fabric?
2. How Are La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabrics Tested?
3. Understanding the Limitations of Pet-Friendly Fabrics
4. How Much Do Pet-Friendly Fabrics Cost?
5. Warranty & Coverage for Pet-Friendly Fabrics
6. Cleaning & Maintenance Tips for Pet-Friendly Fabrics

What is a Pet-Friendly Fabric?

La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabrics are specially designed upholstery options that provide enhanced durability, stain resistance, and easy maintenance for homes with pets. 

"This fabric is considered ‘Pet-Friendly’ because it is easier to clean and tougher to scratch,” Magaly says. “However, no fabric is completely indestructible, so choosing the right one for your lifestyle is key."

Along with Pet-friendly’s unique features, La-Z-Boy customers are able to combine these specialty fabrics with iClean technology, which uses stain-resistant technology to repel dirty messes in a pinch.

How Are La-Z-Boy's Pet-Friendly Fabrics Tested?

Before being categorized as Pet-Friendly, each fabric must pass rigorous testing to ensure it meets La-Z-Boy’s high durability and cleanability standards. These tests simulate real-world conditions, including the wear and tear caused by pets over time.

Key Testing Criteria:

1. Water Repellency: Fabrics must achieve an 80% or higher rating, ensuring that spills bead up rather than being absorbed.
2. Cleanability: Must achieve at least a 4/5 rating in stain removal tests, proving easy maintenance.
3. Scratch Resistance: Fabrics must endure 50 abrasion cycles simulating pet claws without significant damage.
4. Abrasion Durability: Must maintain a grade of 5 after 15,000 rub cycles, indicating long-term resilience.
5. Pilling Resistance: Rated 5/5 to prevent excessive fabric wear and deterioration over time.

Through this testing process, La-Z-Boy ensures that Pet-Friendly Fabrics remain durable, stylish, and functional, even in homes with multiple pets.La-Z-Boy also undergoes rigorous testing with its furniture in general, which you can learn more about in this article.

Understanding the Limitations of Pet-Friendly Fabrics

While La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabrics provide enhanced protection against common pet-related wear and tear, no fabric is entirely pet-proof. These fabrics are designed to be more durable, scratch-resistant, and easy to clean, but they are not indestructible.

Pet-Friendly Fabrics should be seen as a strong defence against pet-related messes, but proper care and maintenance are still essential. If your pet is particularly destructive, additional protective measures, such as providing scratching posts, keeping pet nails trimmed, and using washable furniture covers, can help extend the life of your furniture.

By setting realistic expectations and combining Pet-Friendly Fabrics with good furniture care habits, pet owners can enjoy a stylish, comfortable, and long-lasting seating experience while sharing their space with their beloved pets.

How Much Does Pet-Friendly Fabric Cost?

The cost of La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabric varies based on the furniture frame and fabric grade you choose.

• Standard Pet-Friendly Fabric: No additional cost.
• Premium Pet-Friendly Fabric: $100 - $500 upgrade (depending on fabric grade & furniture piece).

*All La-Z-Boy prices listed in this article are subject to change. We aim to update all cost-related articles twice per year. This article was last updated on April 2nd, 2025. Contact your local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston location by phone or in person for up-to-date pricing.

Warranty & Coverage for Pet-Friendly Fabrics

La-Z-Boy provides a three-year limited warranty on iClean® Pet-Friendly Fabrics, covering specific stains such as:

✔ Coffee, tea, wine, soda, milk, and juice
✔ Chocolate, ketchup, salsa, and jelly
✔ Dirt, washable markers, and ice cream
✔ Urine and beer

Stains Not Covered: Oil-based stains, wax, ink, mustard, and blood.

Additionally, all La-Z-Boy fabrics come with a one-year structural warranty covering seam failure, fabric separation, and nap loss. To further protect your purchase and investment in Pet-Friendly fabric, La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston offer an exclusive extended warranty plan at an additional cost.

Cleaning & Maintenance Tips for Pet-Friendly Fabric

One of the biggest benefits of La-Z-Boy’s Pet-Friendly Fabrics is its easy cleaning process.

How to Clean Pet-Friendly Fabric:

For deeper cleaning, professional upholstery cleaning is recommended.

What's Next?

After reading this article, you now know what pet-friendly fabrics are all about. If you’re still wondering about other Ways to Pet-Proof Your Living Room, take a look at this article.

Ready to find your next furniture piece? We are happy to help you navigate all the options and tailor your furniture so that it’s right for you at any of our Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston La-Z-Boy locations. You can also book ahead and schedule an appointment with one of our consultants online.

We know that functionality is essential in building a comfortable life, not just a stylish one. That is why we offer complimentary in-home design service should you need help designing the room of your dreams!

To learn more about La-Z-Boy Fabrics, take a look at our comprehensive Fabric Upholstery Buyer’s Guide.

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