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Expert Q&A
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| By Derek B. Groves Interior Design Consultant | ||
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What is a double rub rating?
When wondering about the durability of a textile, find out the "double rub" rating of the piece you are considering. The greater the double rub rating, the higher the textile's ability to wear. In residential design, it's a good idea to stay at or above 9,000. It's not unusual to see residential ratings into the 30,000 range.
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