Cara
Our flagship acoustic fabric, suitable for vertical panel surfaces, desk screens and speakers.
Cara is a dobby weave fabric with excellent acoustic properties. It has the look and feel of wool in a synthetic composition, with select colourways containing 4 – 20% post-industrial recycled content from our polypropylene production. It is acoustically transparent, making it ideal as a decorative face textile, together with sound absorbing substrates, on walls and panels.
Available Colourways:
- Vit
- Inverness
- Walten
- Cluanie
- Galilee
- Easdale
- Dolphin
- Adriatic
- Ronay
- Lora
- Staffa
- Carron
- Fair Isle
- Denny
- Spray
- Glass
- Shetland
- Chaucer
- Clan
- Merrick
- Portland
- Lead
- Hillswick
- Lomond
- Beltane
- Austen
- Maree
- Pitlochry
- Lossie
- Tummel
- Lerwick
- Black
Complementary fabrics
FAQs
Cara meets strict fire-retardancy standards, including:
- BS 476 Part 7 Class 1
- BS EN 1021 – 1:1994 (cigarette)
- EN 13501-1 Adhered Class B, s2, d0
This ensures it is safe for use in public and commercial spaces.
Cara is low maintenance:
- Vacuum regularly.
- Wipe with a damp cloth using soap and water or use proprietary upholstery shampoo.
- For deeper cleaning use bleach or alcohol.
Full details can be found in our cleaning and disinfection guide.
Cara’s acoustically transparent structure ensures that sound passes through the fabric to the underlying acoustic material, optimising sound absorption and clarity without compromising on design.
Yes, Cara is an acoustically transparent fabric, allowing sound waves to pass through without distortion. This makes it ideal for covering sound-absorbing surfaces like acoustic panels and speakers.
Cara is highly versatile and suitable for a wide range of acoustic applications, including panels, desk screens, and partitions. However, for environments requiring advanced sound absorption, pairing Cara with appropriate acoustic backing materials is recommended.
Cara is made from 100% polypropylene, ensuring a durable and lightweight design suitable for various commercial applications.
Cara is used for:
- Acoustic panels and baffles
- Speaker covers
- Desk screens and partitions
- Wall-mounted acoustic systems
- Pin boards and other interior design applications
Cara stands out due to its combination of high-performance acoustic transparency, durable plain weave construction, and a vast selection of over 30 colours that cater to a variety of design needs.
Cara is available in over 30 vibrant colourways, making it easy to match with different interior design schemes. While customisation of colours or patterns is not standard, the wide range of options ensures design flexibility.
Cara is designed for indoor use. It is not recommended for outdoor applications due to its composition and performance characteristics.
Camira Fabrics places a strong emphasis on sustainability, and Cara is no exception. It is manufactured using environmentally responsible practices, ensuring it aligns with green building principles.