Crypton Waterproof Fabric

Crypton Waterproof Fabric Intelligence

Crypton waterproof fabric has revolutionised the Hospitality, Healthcare and Aged Care industries around the world. In fact, we were their first export customer in 1993 and the first to bring this revolutionary waterproof fabric to designers and architects in Australasia. Designers weren’t restricted to using vinyl in aged care projects any more! Instead they had the creative freedom to add pattern which was functional as well as decorative.

Crypton’s patented fabric and moisture barrier technology offers superior performance over any other fabric in its class. Crypton protects and defends against stains, spills and odours and never leaves a mark.

Initially there were just print-based fabrics with two different substrates. Now there are beautiful jacquard designs as well as amazing plains including velvets and textures.

Crypton Is Committed To Sustainable Textiles

As a company, we feel a responsibility to both our customers and the world in which we live. – Crypton

Crypton’s Eco Statement

  • Third-party GREENGUARD Gold certified, helping to create healthier, more sustainable indoor environments.
  • Uses Silver Ion technology; it does not utilise leaching antimicrobials
  • Free of potentially harmful levels of formaldehyde, heavy metals, phenols, phthalates, and odour and skin sensitisers
  • PFAS-Free
  • No halogenated flame retardants (e.g. PBDE)
  • A proud member of the Sustainable Furnishings Council
  • Maintains an ongoing recycling program of manufacturing remnants
  • Holds an NSF/ANSI 336 Facility Validation from SCS Global Services.

Crypton Green

Both Crypton and Crypton Green fabrics use green chemistry and eco-friendly processes. The only difference between Crypton and Crypton Green is the fibre content of the fabric. Crypton chemistry does not use halogenated FRs, including PBDEs, and is GREENGUARD Certified helping to create healthier indoor environments.

Crypton Green fabrics are constructed with optimised fibres containing one of the following:

  • 50-100% recycled polyester
  • 100% heavy-metal-free polyester
  • 100% wool with heavy-metal-free-dyes
  • 100% polypropylene

Exceptional Cleaning

In combination with moisture barrier technology, Crypton has developed a complete cleaning solution for fabrics to enhance the life of the furniture. Click the buttons below to download the cleaning guides and specs.

Crypton Disinfectant & Deodorizer – Kills virus that causes COVID-19

Crypton fabric disinfectant

Yes, Crypton’s Disinfectant & Deodorizer is effective in killing the SARS-CoV-2 – COVID-19 Virus.  It is also effective against 99.9% germs and viruses. It is an EPA-registered hospital-grade disinfectant that:

  • Kills COVID-19 virus
  • Kills 99.9% of germs and viruses
  • Fights cold and flu
  • Kills mould and mildew
  • Disinfects hard surfaces
  • Disinfects Crypton barrier fabrics
  • Safely deodorises most fabrics
  • Is a no-rinse formula

Crypton Care – Safety Data Sheets

Bleach Cleaning Cryptons

With EPA-approved Crypton Disinfectant & Deodorizer there should be no need to subject fabric to the harsh cleaning methods of bleach; however, we know from experience that every facility has preferred cleaners and cleaning practices.

  1. Before bleach-cleaning, make sure fabric is dry and has been vacuumed, and that the space is ventilated.
  2. Prepare a 10% bleach solution in water. NOTE: chlorine bleach concentration can vary from manufacturer-to-manufacturer. Please read your bleach product label to determine the correct solution to prepare.
  3. Test the solution in an inconspicuous location first before applying over the rest of the fabric.
  4. Apply the cleaning solution using a misting spray bottle. Do NOT oversaturate Crypton Wall when applying the cleaning solution.
  5. Work the solution into the affected area by lightly scrubbing the area with a sponge or soft bristle brush. Make sure to work from the outside of the stain inward so as not to spread the stain and rinse your sponge or brush frequently.
  6. Allow cleaning solution to linger for 10 minutes as specified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
  7. Rinse thoroughly to remove all bleach residues from the fabric.
  8. Allow fabric to air dry.

Fabric Technical Specs

General Upholstery Maintenance

Crypton Care

Whilst our fabrics are designed to be easily cleaned, they are not self-cleaning and require a regular maintenance regime to extend the life of the fit-out. Find out more about Crypton Care Purple, Crypton Care Gold and Crypton Disinfectant & Deodoriser.

Upholstery Cleaning Videos

English, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese & Arabic

We aim to make it as easy as possible for you and your team to get the information you need. We have developed specific fabric cleaning videos to demonstrate how to care, clean and maintain the fabric on your furniture. 


Materialised Case Studies With Crypton Waterproof Fabric