Orchid Tufting Yarn in 100% Polyester
Orchid is a rich, saturated orchid that leans clearly into purple. It brings a floral depth to a design, bridges pinks and purples in a palette, and pairs beautifully with greys, whites and mauves.
Like every shade in our 60-colour range, Orchid is 100% polyester spun specifically for tufting, so it fills the primary cloth, holds a clean pile and keeps its colour over years of use.
Why tufters choose our polyester
- Ultra-vivid colour: deeply saturated shades with a bright, even finish, colour that pops in the pile.
- Colourfast, won’t fade: holds its colour under sunlight and everyday use, so your work looks the same in a year as the day you finished it.
- Spun specifically for tufting: made to fill the primary cloth cleanly, single or double strand, without clogging the gun.
- 500 metres on every 500 g cone: a full cone of continuous colour.
- Easy on the budget: a lower price per cone than wool, so you can practise, experiment and cover large designs freely.
- Beginner-friendly: consistent, forgiving and low-shed, feeding smoothly for an even pile whatever your experience.
Why polyester for a rug you can live with
Polyester is the practical, low-maintenance choice for tufting. It is hard-wearing and springs back from everyday footfall, and unlike natural fibres it won’t attract moths or mildew, so your work stays clean in storage and on the floor. Its colour is locked in, so bright, bold designs stay bright. For vivid work that needs to stay vivid, or for practising and experimenting without watching the cost, polyester does the job.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Material | Polyester |
| Yarn count | 3 Nm/3, 990/3 Tex |
| Weight | 500 grams approx |
| Length | 500 meters approx |
| Properties | Anti-pilling, Anti-static |
| Compostition | Core spun |
| Coned? | Yes, cardboard cone |
| Number of plies | 3 ply |
| Fiber composition | Cationic Dyeable Polyester (CDP) |
| Twist | 120 TPM |
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It is made for standard cut-pile and loop-pile tufting machines, including our AK-V and AK-1N Duo guns, and runs single or double strand.
A rough guide, tufted double strand usage.
- 30 x 30 cm: about half a cone (around 250 to 300 g)
- 60 x 60 cm: 2 to 2.5 cones (around 1 to 1.2 kg)
- 90 x 90 cm: 4 to 5 cones (around 1.8 to 2.4 kg)
- 120 x 120 cm: 6 to 8 cones (around 3 to 4 kg)
High pile (20 to 60 mm) uses roughly 2 to 3 times more than low pile (7 to 18 mm). Loop pile uses slightly less than cut pile. Polyester cones hold 500 metres, so plan slightly more cones than with wool for the same size.
Yes, and many tufters do. Polyester has a brighter, slightly glossier look, while wool is more matte. Using both in one design creates contrast between sections. Just keep pile height consistent when switching yarns, and test the combination on a small area first.
Polyester is easy to live with. It absorbs very little moisture, so spills sit on the fibre rather than soaking in. Blot spills quickly, then spot-clean with lukewarm water and a little mild detergent and let it air-dry. Do not machine wash a finished rug, as the glued backing cannot handle it.
Polyester gives you vivid colour at a lower cost per cone. The fibre takes dye brightly, resists stains and moisture, and is ideal for bold, colour-heavy designs, practice pieces, and projects where budget matters. Available in 60 colours.
Yes. Polyester holds dye exceptionally well and is more fade-resistant than most natural fibres. As with any rug, avoid long stretches in direct sunlight to keep colours at their best for years.
