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Canyon: Made for the Modern Frontier

19.10.26 Categories: Collections, Fabric Care and Treatments, Design

Raw beauty. Elevated performance. Unmistakable character.

Canyon: Made for the Modern Frontier

Inspired by the enduring appeal of genuine leather, Canyon brings together a refined grain and tactile finish with the resilience of a high-performance fabric.

Made for the many ways we live, from entertaining and unwinding to working from home, Canyon brings lasting style and cohesion to every space. Its substantial construction and built-in WarGuard stain protection deliver practical performance across residential and demanding commercial interiors. From upholstered furniture and bedheads to decorative accessories, Canyon offers versatility across a range of applications.

 

The Look of Leather, Without the Hide

Canyon has been developed to emulate the richness and natural variation of leather, offering an authentic, naturally aged appearance.

A realistic grain, subtle tonal variation and matt finish create a sophisticated surface, while its soft texture brings a sense of luxury and comfort to upholstered pieces.

Constructed from a 100% polyester base with a coated face, Canyon combines timeless design with the durability of a contemporary synthetic material. Its substantial 680gsm weight contributes to its robust feel, making it a considered choice for interiors where both aesthetics and functionality are important.

 

A Heritage-Inspired Palette, Refreshed for Today

Canyon's colour palette draws inspiration from the natural tones of leather, ranging from warm tans and rich chestnuts to deep earthy browns.

Contemporary shades, including muted reds, forest green and softened neutrals, introduce further versatility, allowing Canyon to complement a broad range of interior styles and material palettes.

Canyon extends beyond the colour limitations of natural leather, offering an expansive palette that bridges heritage-inspired hues and contemporary tones.

Built-In Protection with WarGuard

Performance is an essential consideration when selecting upholstery, particularly in high-use residential and commercial environments. Canyon features WarGuard, an advanced, non-toxic fabric treatment designed to help protect against everyday spills and stains.

Integrated during manufacturing, WarGuard provides an invisible protective barrier that helps prevent spills from penetrating the fabric as readily. This allows for easier cleaning and ongoing maintenance.

WarGuard also features a more environmentally considered formulation. The water-based, solvent-free treatment is formulated without fluorochemicals, including PFOA and PFOS.

For residential and commercial interiors alike, this built-in protection provides an easy-care solution designed to support everyday use.

 

Made for Every Space, Designed to Do More

From statement furniture to smaller upholstered details, Canyon's refined finish and commercial-grade performance make it suitable for a variety of interior applications.

Its surface grain works equally well across contemporary and more traditional interiors, while its adaptability allows designers to create a unified aesthetic throughout a space.

Lounge Chairs & Seating
Bringing the character of leather to lounge chairs and upholstered seating, it combines a timeless aesthetic with the durability required for frequent use. 

Stools & Ottomans
The refined grain and tonal variation create a striking contrast against sleek metal frames and contemporary hardware, balancing classic texture with modern design.

Bedheads
The elevated finish creates a sophisticated focal point within bedroom interiors. WarGuard’s in-built stain protection allows for easier cleaning and maintenance, particularly in areas exposed to frequent contact with hands and hair.

Upholstered Accessories
The fabric can also be incorporated into decorative and functional accessories, including cushions and upholstered panels, allowing for a cohesive style across an interior.

Venting is required when using Canyon for lounge seats and cushions to allow adequate airflow.

Engineered for Heavy Commercial Use

Beyond its aesthetic qualities, Canyon has been developed to meet the performance demands of heavy commercial upholstery.

With a Martindale abrasion resistance result of 97,000 cycles, Canyon demonstrates strong resistance to wear under laboratory testing, making it suitable for consideration in high-traffic environments.

Its performance is further supported by testing for pilling resistance, seam slippage, colourfastness and flammability, providing specifiers with technical information to assist in selection.

 

Canyon at a Glance

Technical performance results are based on the stated test methods and conditions. Suitability for individual applications should be assessed against the requirements of each project.

Tested for Chemical Safety and Indoor Air Quality

Alongside its aesthetic and performance qualities, Canyon has been developed with consideration for material chemistry and indoor air quality, two increasingly important factors in residential and commercial interior specification.

Independently tested by AWTA Product Testing (Report No. 26-002604), Canyon offers two key environmental credentials.

 

100% PFAS-Free Chemistry

Canyon is manufactured without intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as ‘forever chemicals’.

Independent testing in accordance with ISO 23702-1:2023 found all 34 tested PFAS compound groups, including PFOA and PFOS, to be below detectable levels.

This provides specifiers with supporting evidence when selecting materials for projects with chemical restrictions or sustainability requirements.

 

Low-VOC Emissions

Indoor air quality is an important consideration when specifying materials for enclosed environments.

Canyon features a specially developed polymer face coating designed to limit the release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into interior spaces.

Independent emissions testing recorded formaldehyde and benzene at levels below the laboratory's detection limits, supporting Canyon’s low-VOC positioning.

These results offer valuable information for architects, interior designers and commercial specifiers seeking furnishings and interior finishes with documented indoor emissions performance.

Supporting Commercial Specification

Canyons’ independently tested chemical and emissions credentials can assist project teams evaluating materials against sustainability frameworks, including Green Star, LEED and WELL Building Standard.

A comprehensive six-page AWTA technical testing report is available through the Warwick sales team to support project documentation and material assessment.

 

Made for the Way We Live

From entertaining and bringing people together to unwinding at the end of the day, Canyon is made for the many ways we live. At home or in commercial spaces, its timeless leather-inspired character, versatile appeal and built-in WarGuard stain protection make it a considered choice for interiors that adapt to life as it unfolds.

Because great design isn’t just about how a space looks, but how it lives.

 

Explore the Canyon collection to discover the complete colour range, or contact your Warwick representative for samples, technical specifications and project support. 

Workroom Note: Canyon is an upholstery, not a vinyl and will need to be vented in certain application.