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Trade-Only Fabrics

Bring an interior decorator to these trade-only resources.

Chelsea Textiles

232 E. 59th St., nr. Second Ave.; 212-758-0005; chelseatextiles.com

Newer isn’t always better, and with that in mind, this luxury fabric company began creating handmade reproductions of textiles from the 17th and 18th centuries for antique pieces and traditional homes. Since its founding, the company has expanded into more current fabric designs and furniture, as well. $$$

Claremont Furnishings

1059 Third Ave., at 63rd St., second fl.; 212-486-1252; claremontfurnishing.com

Although all of their textiles are new, Claremont specializes in fabrics made by small companies on old looms that eschew a mass-produced feel. Most are available in custom colors. $$$

Donghia

979 Third Ave., nr. 58th St., Ste. 700; 212-935-3713; donghia.com

At this location, Donghia sells to the trade only what it makes: chic, sharp designs that straddle modern and traditional tastes; Indian silks, Scottish woolens, and Belgian linens are prominent in its high-end collections. The Bond Street series of upholstered seating includes a sofa, ottoman, club chair and daybed. $$$

Kravet

200 Lexington Ave., nr. 32nd St., Stes. 401 and 402; 212-725-0340; kravet.com

A leader in to-the-trade fabrics and a favorite of high-end shelter magazines, Kravet produces a full line of fabrics for windows and upholstery, as well as wallpaper, furniture, and carpets. $$$

Pierre Frey

979 Third Ave., at 59th St., Ste. 1611; 212-421-0534; pierrefrey.com

This French house of fabrics and wallpaper also sells a small selection of furniture and accessories that are tasteful, clean, classic, and high-quality. $$$ (by appointment only)

Sunbury Textile Mills

460 Broome St., nr. Mercer St.; 212-925-4600; sunburytextiles.com

The textile company’s sales headquarters is also a showroom for the more than a thousand weather-resistant patterns it produces each year. $$-$$$