What it does
A set of blocks in graduated heights that builds levels inside a case. Risers do not hold pieces; they hold the pieces that hold pieces.
Microfibre suede on a riser set, specifically
Suede is the most forgiving material for a riser set, because a small dye-lot difference is far less visible on a matte, even surface than on pile.
Getting the proportion right
Three heights is the usual working set. The proportion between them matters more than the absolute size.
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
Any case that needs depth rather than a flat plane.
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
Risers covered in a different material from the trays on top of them fight each other. Specify both together.
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 | Three heights is the usual working set. |
| Microfibre suede colour | Matched to a Pantone reference or a swatch |
| Microfibre suede on this form | Suede is the most forgiving material for a riser set, because a small dye-lot difference is far less visible on a matte, even surface than on pile. |
Frequently asked questions
Can riser sets 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 riser sets come in?
They are made to your dimensions. Three heights is the usual working set. The proportion between them matters more than the absolute size.
Is microfibre suede a good choice for a riser set?
Suede is the most forgiving material for a riser set, because a small dye-lot difference is far less visible on a matte, even surface than on pile.
What goes wrong most often with riser sets?
Risers covered in a different material from the trays on top of them fight each other. Specify both together.
Can riser sets 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 riser sets
Tell us your case or window height, what the riser sets have to show, and your brand colour. We’ll send photos of our work and one clear, all-in quote.