Durant (also Durance, Duroy) was a glazed woolen material of the 18th century. Durant was hot-pressed with a fold in the middle, leaving a crease in the fabric. Durant was manufactured in England. Weave. Durant was a plain weave fabric, similar to other glazed woolen cloths such as Tammy and Calamanco. Use. Durant was used for quilts, upholstery and clothing. References. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Durant_(cloth)