{"product_id":"tuft-dream-85-x-85-gray-primary-tufting-cloth-with-white-50cm-grid-60-60-weave-tool-kit","title":"Tuft Dream 85 x 85 Grey Primary Tufting Cloth with White 50cm Grid, 60\/60 Weave \u0026 Tool Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuft Dream's 85\" x 85\" grey primary tufting cloth is a heavy-duty monks cloth with a white 50cm grid and included tools to support precise large-scale rug tufting projects.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis large-format backing fabric combines a tighter 60\/60 weave with durable polyester yarn to give tufting artists a stable, low-rebound surface that stays drum-tight on frames and resists abrasion during re-tufting. The woven white guide lines at 50 cm intervals make it easier to square, measure, and transfer patterns, while the included metal needle threader, glue scrapers, and brush speed post-tuft finishing. Whether you use a tufting gun or a large punch needle, this monks cloth is designed to help maintain consistent pile placement and cleaner results on bigger pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the tighter weave improve design detail?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 60\/60 threads per 10 cm weave increases yarn support so you can form straighter lines and crisper curves without yarn shifting. A denser cloth holds yarn more securely, enabling higher stitch density for complex motifs and finer texture contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSupports higher yarn density for richer pile coverage\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelps keep straight edges and smooth curves during tufting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReduces yarn migration when creating detailed patterns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this fabric tolerate re-tufting and heavy use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe backing uses a heavier-weight polyester yarn that improves abrasion resistance compared with lighter monks cloths. That means it handles corrections and multiple passes of needle or gun work with less tearing, so you can re-tuft areas without compromising the structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThicker yarns increase tear and wear resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow rebound keeps tension steady under repeated work\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuitable for re-tufting and for larger punch needles (3–5 mm yarn)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the white grid help with setup and accuracy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite woven gridlines appear every 19 inches (50 cm) both horizontally and vertically to give visible reference points across the whole 85\" x 85\" surface. You can align the cloth to the frame, measure sections quickly, and transfer patterns using the grid as a reliable guide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrid marks simplify stretching and centering on frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMakes scaling and transferring designs faster and more accurate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHelpful for cutting and dividing projects into repeatable sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tools are included and how do they help finishing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit adds practical accessories that streamline loading, adhesive application, and finishing: a metal needle threader for quick yarn threading, glue scrapers for even adhesive spread, and a brush for grooming pile after glue cures. These small tools reduce setup time and help get a tidy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMetal needle threader: faster, less fumbling when loading guns or needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGlue scrapers: create smoother, more even adhesive layers under the tufted pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBrush: evens out pile direction and prepares the surface for backing or trimming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho this is for: makers planning medium to large tufted rugs, tapestries, or samples who need a strong, low-rebound backing that maintains frame tension. It’s suited to artists using tufting guns or larger punch needles who want finer pattern control, reliable re-tufting durability, and practical finishing tools bundled with the cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this tufting cloth compatible with tufting guns?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the heavy polyester weave is made for tufting guns and large punch needles, offering low rebound and strong tension for large projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the package include tools for finishing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — it contains a metal needle threader, glue scrapers, and a brush to help with threading, adhesive application, and pile grooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Tuft Dream","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55300801495377,"sku":"B098CWKHS3","price":77.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/tuft-dream-front-view-85x85-cloth.jpg?v=1791975602","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/tuft-dream-85-x-85-gray-primary-tufting-cloth-with-white-50cm-grid-60-60-weave-tool-kit","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}