Finishing fabric for tufting
Finishing fabric for tufting is attached to the back of your creation once the tufting is complete and the yarn has been secured with glue. Also called secondary fabric or backing, it covers the back of your creation to hide the primary fabric and glue. This gives you a cleaner back and a more polished finish.
This version is made from a cotton-polyester blend with a weight of 250 g/m². It is our standard finishing fabric, suitable for most tufted creations.
The role of finishing fabric in tufting
When you remove your creation from the frame, the back shows the primary fabric, yarn, and glue used to hold it in place. Finishing fabric simply covers this area during the final stages of your project.
Cut it to match the shape of your creation, then attach it to the back with a suitable adhesive. Once in place, it gives you a cleaner result, especially when the back or edges of your creation may be visible.
Attaching finishing fabric to the back of your tufted rug
Start by finishing your tufting and securing the yarn to the back with your tufting glue. Wait until it is sufficiently dry before moving on to the finishing stage.
Then cut your secondary fabric, leaving enough material to properly cover the back of your creation. Position it, adjust it to the shape of your rug, and attach it with a suitable adhesive. Once everything is securely attached, you can trim the excess fabric and finish the edges.
See the tutorial on finishing the back of a tufted rug
Choosing finishing fabric for tufting
We offer several finishing fabrics, depending on the result you are looking for.
| Feature |
Standard fabric |
Non-slip fabric |
Premium cotton fabric |
| Composition |
Cotton + polyester |
Recycled polyester + silicone |
100% cotton |
| Weight |
250 g/m² |
250 g/m² |
330 g/m² |
| Non-slip |
No |
Yes |
No |
| Ideal for |
Classic finish |
Rugs placed on the floor |
Thicker finish |
The standard fabric featured on this page is suitable if you are simply looking for a clean, versatile finish for the back of your creation. If your rug is intended for the floor and you want to add grip to the back, you can choose our non-slip finishing fabric.