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People spend approximately a third of their lives in bed, making the bedding one of the most important features in your home. The quality of the sheets and linen can leave a significant impact on your sleep quality, so choosing non-toxic materials can make anyone feel like catching some zzz’s on cloud nine. Continue reading →

Fire-retardant textiles have revolutionised the way people live. When a property burns down, any curtains inside it are usually the main spreaders of fire because of their ignitability. However, the development of fire curtains made from flame-retardant fabrics has helped lessen the frequency of property fires. These fabrics help keep fires at bay longer and make buildings safer.  This article will tell you more about this wonderful fabric.  Continue reading →

Every British school or university with a stage or theatre knows of the importance to invest in the safest materials and construction possible. That means the stage must be able to withstand the weight of numerous performers, and that the curtains and draperies must be fully fire-retardant. Continue reading →

When it comes to furnishing and decorating your property, curtains are some of the easiest ways to make a big impact with minimal effort. They can change the look of a room entirely, and it comes in so many different designs and fabrics that you’re sure to find something that suits your business’ style. Curtains also exude elegance and luxuriousness to elevate your commercial space! Continue reading →

Taking precautions in the event of a fire is a necessity that every establishment should prepare for. After all, fires can pose a higher risk in some public spaces as compared to others. These include schools, hospitals, and theatre, where such incidents are more difficult to contain. Fire-proofing these properties is the best course of action to prevent it from happening entirely. Continue reading →

A fire can strike anytime and anywhere to anyone. No matter how your business establishment has complied with the local codes and set a robust fire protection system in place, it is still subject to a potential outbreak. Continue reading →

When you're buying a new bed runner, curtains, or furniture, you tend to focus on the material's look and feel. Sometimes, you'd check its durability and whether it stains easily or not. Often, fire safety is not a priority when selecting furnishing. With the introduction in 2005 of the Fire Safety Order, that has changed; your structure's Responsible Person now has to ensure compliance with the fire code. Continue reading →

Fire retardant (FR) fabrics are useful and practical materials because they add a layer of security and protection to a person or facility. If you are planning to have this type of material for curtains, drapes, and other features in your facility, you should have basic knowledge about it first. One vital point that you need to remember is that...

Understanding Fire Retardant Curtain Regulations. When working in contract curtain environments it is a legal requirement in various countries for the curtains to be certified to fire retardant standards. In this article, we are going to go through the major fire retardant standards and what is required in different countries and applications. All of Direct Fabrics flame retardant range is...

Flame Retardant Standard EN 13773 - European Flame Retardant Standard   Standards Across Europe EN 13773 = Class 1,2 or 3 European Standard Textile burning behaviour for curtains and drapes. Click this image to buy m1 b1 curtains What is EN 13773 - 1,2,3 Flame Retardant Standards – European FR Standards for Curtains EN13773 is the European flame retardant standard...