Chairs utilize new upholstery technique

November 1, 2010  |  Projects, Upholstery

The Industrial Upholstery standard office side chair seems modestly comfortable, stable, even conventional in shape (in spite of the organic stone-like appearance of the back and the candy colors). However, chair designer Gilli Kuchik of Bakery Studios, Tel Aviv, Israel, was aiming for something mor…
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Unifi Textiles (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. expands sustainable product line

October 27, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

Unifi Textiles (Suzhou) Co. Ltd. (UTSC) continues to be a global leader in sustainability with the introduction of REPREVE® FDY, a 100 percent recycled fully drawn yarn. The REPREVE family of recycled products available from UTSC now includes recycled filament polyester, recycled staple polyeste…
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Outdoor urethane line offers luxurious upholstery products

October 1, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

The Soleil Collection from Spradling International Marine is the company’s latest group of outdoor urethanes, offering soft and luxurious upholstery products with a performance edge. A wide variety of colors is available with the SRX topcoat. The line’s combination of strength and style …
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Industry’s first dry-erase upholstery

July 1, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

Sta-Kleen™, the industry’s first truly erasable polyurethane performance fabric, revolutionizes maintenance and furniture replacement cycles in hospitality, healthcare, office, marine and institutional environments. Recommended for high-traffic commercial environments, the faux leather w…
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Researchers make waves with crustacean-shell auto interiors

May 1, 2010  |  Industry News, Projects, Upholstery

A natural biopolymer that strengthens the shells of crustaceans can be combined with fragrant oils to produce odor-repellent, stain-resistant and antimicrobial automotive interiors, according to researchers at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) in Melbourne, Australia. Chitosan, foun…
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Upholstery materials designed for variety of applications

May 1, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

New upholstery textiles inspired by the glamour of classic film stars, Monroe, Bardot and Hepburn reflect current design and color trends and are suitable for healthcare, hospitality, retail and other commercial environments. Solaris, Spectrum, Craft and Illumination, the newest patterns in the Phil…
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Durable fabric with a modern business suit look

May 1, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

Hobo & Garnet multi-purpose upholstery fabrics have the look of a business suit with a modern twist. Durable and fire retardant, the line is suitable for hospitality, hotel, restaurant and other contract seating. SOURCE J. Ennis Fabrics
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Fabrics offer water-repellent finish

May 1, 2010  |  Awnings & Canopies, Products, Upholstery

Firesist™ offers a water-repellent finish and meets flame requirements for awnings, motor vehicles, aircraft and upholstery. PVC 18, coated with high tenacity polyester, is well suited for heavy duty outdoor coverings, such as truck, tonneau and construction covers. Showtime tent and structure…
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New fabric collection for interior design applications

May 1, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

The new IMPROV collection for interior design applications offers durability and fade resistance in modern and elegant new patterns. Suitable for residential, commercial, healthcare and hospitality uses. SOURCE Silver State Inc.
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All-weather upholstery fabrics

May 1, 2010  |  Products, Upholstery

The environmentally friendly Touch Textiles collection has been expanded with a new line of weatherproof upholstery fabrics designed to withstand UV rays, sunlight and the effects of cleaning agents. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, the durable new line includes hundreds of colors, patterns and …
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