Beyond Loop

Beyond Loop is a pioneering innovation based on textile-to-textile recycling and deeply rooted in circular thinking. Beyond Loop is a circular-knitted textile featuring a futuristic design and a metallic effect created by the combination of a black front and a coloured backside.

  • 100% recyclable polyester
  • Meets Möbelfakta requirements

Design and colours are developed by Coralie Miessen

Performance

Abrasion
90,000 — rubs martindale (EN ISO 12947-2)
100,000 — double rubs wyzenbeek (ASTM D4157) (heavy duty upholstery)
Pilling
4-5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 12945-2)
Light fastness
8 — scale 1-8, max. 8 (EN ISO 105-B02)
Rubbing fastness dry/wet
5 /5 — scale 1-5, max. 5 (EN ISO 105x12)

Flammability

BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette
CA TB 117-2013

Will also pass other flammability standards. Flame retardant performance is dependent upon the foam used. Contains no flame retardant chemicals.

Abrasion resistance
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12947-2/14465 In accordance with EN 14465 28513529 5/4/2023 PDF
ASTM D4157-07 Wyz abrasion (heavy duty) 23-001363 5/10/2023 PDF

Pilling
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 12945-2 28513529 5/4/2023 PDF
ASTM D3511 Pilling 23-000835 3/19/2023 PDF

Colour fastness to light
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105 B02 Method 2 2023AN0650 5/11/2023 PDF
AATCC 16 Light fastness 2023AN0650 5/11/2023 PDF

Dry and wet rubbing/crocking
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 105-X12 Rubbing dry/wet 2023AN1076 5/10/2023 PDF
AATCC 8 or 116 Dry/wet crocking 2023AN1076 5/10/2023 PDF

Flammability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN 1021 1&2 Cigarette and Match 35 kg/m3 CMHR foam 23/60780B/03/23 3/20/2023 PDF
BS EN 1021-1 Cigarette 20-22 kg/m3 non-fire retardant polyurethane foam 23/60780A/03/23 3/20/2023 PDF
CA TB 117-2013 23-000835 3/19/2023 PDF

Breaking Force
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D5034 Breaking force 23-000835 3/19/2023 PDF

Seam slippage
Test Condition No. Date Download
ASTM D4034 Yarn slippage at a sewn seam 23-000835 3/19/2023 PDF
BS EN ISO 13936-2 28513434d 5/8/2023 PDF

Wash stability
Test Condition No. Date Download
BS EN ISO 6330 6M 60 C PC Flat dry 2023AN0649 3/27/2023 PDF

VOC emission
Test Condition No. Date Download
Ansi/Bifma VOC test M7.1 961098-C 3/12/2024 PDF

Resistance to Bleach Cleaning
Test Condition No. Date Download
Internal test according BIFMA HCF 8.1 and ACT Method 1 1:10 Sodium Hypochlorite 5,25-6,25% 5/29/2023 PDF

Material Safety Data Sheet
Test Condition No. Date Download
Material Safety Data Sheet 3/8/2023 PDF

Wash or dry cleaning P(W).

Beyond Loop is made of polyester which is a material suited for environments with special requirements for cleaning.

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Wash at 60°C degrees Do not bleach Do not iron Dry clean Do not tumble dry
60°C shrinkage max 3.0%
Beyond Loop Main High Res
Beyond Loop Closeup5 High Res
Beyond Loop Closeup3 High Res

FUTURISTIC METALLIC DESIGN MADE FROM TEXTILE WASTE

Beyond Loop is a pioneering innovation in upholstery textiles based on textile-to-textile recycling and deeply rooted in circular thinking. Made from a blend of recycled textile waste and post-consumer recycled polyester, this innovative approach allows textile waste to retain its value and enables it to be continuously recycled within an infinite closed loop – from textile to textile to textile.

Phygital design

Beyond Loop draws inspiration from the concept of phygital design, blending physical and digital elements to bridge the gap between the two realms. The textile and its design are specifically aimed at task chairs, lounge furniture and everything in between in premium interior environments.

Enlivening furniture

When upholstered on furniture, the colours and the shimmering metallic effect of Beyond Loop truly come to life. On organic shapes and designs, the textile integrates with the dynamic shape of the furniture piece, adding an extra dimension and transforming its expression from every angle, depending on the play of light.

Vibrant metallic effect

Beyond Loop is a circular-knitted textile with an intriguing design, featuring a black front side and a coloured reverse side. The perforated, transparent texture of the textile’s black front allows the colour of the reverse side to shine through, creating a myriad of tiny dots that collectively form an ever-changing metallic effect and evoke a futuristic expression.

Captivating interplay of colours

The colour palette of Beyond Loop encompasses eight colours, carefully selected to create the most beautiful interplay with the black front side and the most captivating effect. The palette comprises warm, golden tones that create an almost silver and bronze-like effect, as well as vibrant accent hues that emanate a luminous, digital effect.

Environmental & functional excellence

Crafted to meet the highest standards of design and quality, Beyond Loop offers the same level of aesthetic, environmental, and functional excellence as any other Gabriel textile regardless of its content of textile waste. Fray-free and with excellent stretch, Beyond Loop is easy to cut and easy to use for upholstery. Beyond Loop is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 and EU Ecolabel certified.