What it does
A flat board with slits or hooks along the top, holding several pendants side by side at the same height so a range is read as a range.
Microfibre suede on a pendant board, specifically
A suede board holds a chain almost as well as velvet and looks contemporary rather than traditional. For a modern brand it is the usual answer.
Getting the proportion right
Slit spacing decides whether chains tangle. Pendants with long drops need more clearance between slits than short ones.
How microfibre suede is applied to a display form
Microfibre suede has a short, even nap and no grain direction to match, so it wraps a compound curve more cleanly than velvet and shows fewer joins. That makes it the default on shaped forms.
Where it is used
Counter cases and window boards showing a family of pendants.
Suede under case lighting
Suede reads matte and even, with none of the sheen shift you get across velvet as you move around a case. Under LED spots it holds one tone from every viewing angle, which is why window dressers ask for it.
The mistake to avoid
A board filled to capacity reads as stock rather than as display. Leaving every third slit empty usually presents better.
Why microfibre suede
Microfibre suede is the working surface of most modern counters. Short nap, matte, and it does not shed onto a polished piece.
Brush with the nap. It recovers from handling better than velvet and is the safer choice for display that is moved every day.
What we need from you
| What we need | Why |
|---|---|
| Height and footprint | Slit spacing decides whether chains tangle. |
| Microfibre suede colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Microfibre suede on this form | A suede board holds a chain almost as well as velvet and looks contemporary rather than traditional. |
Frequently asked questions
Can pendant boards be made in our brand colour?
Yes — the microfibre suede is matched to a Pantone reference or a physical swatch, and confirmed on a sample.
What sizes do pendant boards come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Slit spacing decides whether chains tangle. Pendants with long drops need more clearance between slits than short ones.
Is microfibre suede a good choice for a pendant board?
A suede board holds a chain almost as well as velvet and looks contemporary rather than traditional. For a modern brand it is the usual answer.
What goes wrong most often with pendant boards?
A board filled to capacity reads as stock rather than as display. Leaving every third slit empty usually presents better.
Can pendant boards be made to match our boxes?
Yes — the same microfibre suede and the same colour across boxes and display, ordered in one run.
Specify your pendant boards
Tell us your case or window height, what the pendant boards have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.