Specialty Fabrics Showcase 2023

TRIO is a soft knit headliner and protector that works well for furniture, boat and car covers. It has a durable topcoat of 100% solution-dyed acrylic, a middle construction of microporous breathable waterproof membrane and a bottom layer of soft knit tricot headliner fabric that won’t scratch or damage the covered surface it’s protecting. The result is a fabric that offers high abrasion resistance and UV fade protection, and it is stain / mold / mildew resistant. Easy to clean (bleach cleanable) and covered by Sattler’s six-year warranty.

Shelter-Rite^® architectural fabrics withstand years of exposure to harsh environments. Superior UV and mildew resistance and unique weft-inserted knit fabric that provides excellent tensile, tear and seam strength. Manufactured in the United States.

Seemee Loop™ Frontlit and Seemee Loop Mesh embody Serge Ferrari Group’s sustainable approach to producing lighter, more durable and high-performance membranes without any additional environmental impact. The products are GREENGUARD Gold certified as well as PVC and phthalate free. Printable with UV and latex inks, the products are easy to transport and simple to install

Soltis^® Loop™ Sunmate is the first-ever interior solar protection fabric made from 100% recycled materials from post-consumer wastes. It preserves privacy while filtering the optimum amount of natural light and preventing glare. Combining both aesthetics and performance, it provides a luxurious textile look and feel while also blocking up to 91% of heat.

Designed with innovative and durable technology, Smart Yarn™, Soltis^® Touch is the first woven interior design screen with visual, thermal and acoustic comfort up to .45 NRC that is unique from other solar protection materials. It is forgiving to everyday stressors, such as excessive use, making it easier to work with, install and maintain.

The Snyder Athletic Fabric line includes Weatherspan Ultra^™, which provides increased UV resistance for outdoor products like stadium wall pads and covers. Safe-Gard^™ LeatherLike^™ is phthalate free, flame retardant and antimicrobial, with a leather-like finish great for gym mats. MasterMesh™ is a flat-stitch mesh offering a tighter knit, less transparency and more privacy.

PanoramaFR clear vinyl is designed for seasonal enclosures, roller screens, commercial tents, temporary structures and any application for which flame resistance, clarity, durability, strength and dimensional stability are required. The manufacturing process results in extreme clarity, and the pressing process gives a smooth surface that resists the buildup of dirt, air pollution and waterflow marks, prolonging its lifespan.

Sunbrella’s Upholstery Stock Collection features nearly 300 fabrics. New additions to the collection embrace trends in warmer neutrals. Ikat-inspired pattern Dream elevates any space with its embroidered-like stitch effect. Peaceful pattern Lively adds a soft botanical motif to the collection, and texture-forward pattern Mainstreet, which features Sunbrella bouclé yarn in a luxurious basketweave, provides depth and warmth.

Sunbrella Horizon™ marine vinyl is suitable for several marine upholstery applications, including captain’s chairs, cushions, bench seating and sunpads. Offers resistance against microbial pinking, four-way stretch and recovery and lasting performance. Designed to complement and coordinate with all Sunbrella marine canvas fabrics, Horizon also has a knit-backed construction that is easy to work with and provides cushiony, ultra-soft seating.

The Sunbrella Shade Collection features a versatile portfolio of nearly 250 curated fabrics with 17 fresh additions designed to appeal to every outdoor aesthetic. Available in a range of colorways, Sunbrella shade fabrics are saturated to the core with color and UV-stabilized pigments at the fiber level to be both UV resistant and fade proof.

Swift Textile Metalizing fabrics provide consistent and high performance in the categories of conductivity and EMI/RFI shielding coupled with survivability in harsh environmental, chemical and mechanical environments. The proprietary EnCap™ metalization process completely encapsulates each fiber to deliver a durable, permanent, unbreakable bond while maintaining the mechanical properties of each fabric. 

The industry’s first performance fabric made from recycled plastic bottles, the Centennial Tempotest^® Collection features 43 new colorways, including 16 new stripes, 11 new textures and 16 new Starlight blue fabrics. Tempotest fabrics from Miami Corporation are colorfast, mold and mildew resistant and easy to clean.

Narrow fabrics are used in industrial sewing manufacturing, tarps, tents, canvas, geosynthetics, slings, fall protection and much more. Seatbelt is an excellent, inexpensive alternative for almost any application. Tennessee Webbing stocks millions of yards of both surplus and first-quality Seatbelt in a variety of colors to offer consistent availability to customers.

This economical narrow fabric works well for pet, luggage, tarp, equestrian, greenhouse applications and more. Polypropylene webbing repels water, is mildew resistant and has low stretch. Most polypropylene webbing can be recycled.

Cargo webbing is available in 1-, 2-, and 4-inch widths, with strengths ranging from 6K to 20K. DOT-certified, UV-resistant cargo webbing is widely used for tie-downs in trucking and transportation.

GULFENG^™ combines flame retardance with “fire stopping” (shielding) properties. It will not rip or open holes when exposed to fire, providing a shield against the spread of flames. Its shielding properties also reduce the levels of heat transfer. The fabric is available in assorted types, allowing customization of the product for its final application. It has the potential to be applied to a wide variety of fields as a shield against flames.

The Mayfield Collection^® is a premium selection of Sunbrella^® shade and marine fabrics available exclusively from Trivantage^®. With fade-resistant, easy-to-clean and UV protective properties, the Mayfield Collection fabrics are fit for an array of applications, including awning, shade and marine. The newly updated collection features a range of styles and intricate stripes and textures, including new colors ranging from soft neutrals to deep chocolate browns. 

VorTex^™ Backlit Prism S155 is a 4.6-ounce, 100% polyester backlit textile that is suitable for a wide range of backlit displays. This bright white fabric produces deep blacks and vibrant colors and is compatible with UV and latex inks. Available in widths ranging from 63 inches to 200 inches, it is highly translucent with excellent light diffusion at low installation depths.

Ideal for patio screens, pergola blinds, exterior blinds, boat slip screens and all applications where shading with maximum airflow is a priority, Visiontex^™ Vista 80 is a PVC-coated polyester mesh engineered to peak outdoor performance with optimal view and airflow.

ExScreen 1717 is constructed with a woven scrim, increasing its strength and reinforcing durability. Extrusion-coated mesh fabric is a great solution for exterior insect screens. The individually-coated round polyester yarns allow adequate wind passage with no filled-in squares, maximizing ventilation. Mildew resistant and fire retardant.