Glossary

Graphic Shades

Graphic Shades

Fabrics marked with this symbol are compatible with Graphic Shades digital printing.  Please note that fabric colour may interfere with the printed colours, so white fabrics are preferred.  It is possible to print on dark fabric by first printing a layer of opaque white first, but this is a more involved process and often increases the cost.

Railroad

Railroading

This symbol indicates that the fabric can be railroaded (turned 90 degrees), which is often required for very wide shades. Rotating the fabric 90 degrees (railroading) is one way to cover wider widths, but not all fabrics behave properly in this situation.  Any fabric bearing the mark has been tested and deemed suitable for this type of usage.

Cold or Crush Cut / Ultrasonic

Ultrasonic Cutting

Fabrics bearing this icon require ultrasonic cutting to prevent the edges from fraying.

Cold or Crush Cut

Flexible Cutting

Fabrics bearing this icon are safe to be cut using any method.

Antimicrobial

Anti-Microbial Certified

Fabrics bearing this mark are certified to have been treated with antimicrobial agents to prevent microbial growth and to kill microorganisms, over an 18-24 hour period.

Fire Resistant

Flame Retardant

There are many organisations that provide flame retardant certifications for textiles, any fabric that displays this symbol meets or exceeds the requirements for one or more of these certifications.

Eco Friendly

Green Air Certification

Most manufactured materials release gas for a period after their production.  Any fabrics marked with this icon have met the standards of one or more air quality certification that ensures that the amount of off-gassing is minimised.

Roller Shade

Roller Shade Compatible

This icon indicates that the fabric has been tested and deemed suitable for roller shade applications.

Panel Track

Panel Shade Compatible

This icon indicates that the fabric has been tested and deemed suitable for roller shade applications.

Roman Shade

Roman Shade Compatible

This icon indicates that the fabric has been tested and deemed suitable for roller shade applications.

Dye Lots

Colours of dye lots may vary within commercial tolerances. Colours of fabrics may vary from samples. We cannot guarantee exact dye lots will be as sampled.

THIS APPLIES TO ALL PRODUCT LINES.

Matching dye lots may cause delay in delivery. We cannot guarantee dye lots on subsequent or different orders.

Fabric Care and Cleaning

Sun Screen Interior Sun Control Fabrics:

Use a mild detergent, then brush and rinse.

For ELT, EPT, and EVT Fabrics:

  • Dust or surface dirt: Clean with a clothing brush.
  • Mild stains: wipe with a damp cloth.
  • Tough stains: a mild, soapy water can be used and the fabric then left to dry. Do not use spot cleaners or solvents.

Creases can be steamed out or laid flat on a cloth and gently ironed at the lowest setting.