The Difference Between Wyzenbeek & Martindale Fabric Testing

Is there a difference between Wyzenbeek and Martindale testing?
Yes there is.
There are two standard tests for woven upholstery abrasion resistance, also known as the rub rate: Martindale and Wyzenbeek.
Both involve testing equipment which simulate the natural wear of a seat cover, culminating in a number of ‘rubs.’ The higher the number, the more resistant the material is to abrasion.
Unfortunately, there is no direct correlation between the two test methods.
See the two machines in action at Materialised and learn the accepted 'rub rates' for residential and commercial fabrics for each test.