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The kitchen is arguably the busiest part of the household. Many things happen in a kitchen in a day, such as meal preparation, coffee breaks, and even small talk sessions between family members. If you’re alone, you have it all to yourself, and you’re most likely to spend some time in it to make a very delicious meal all for...

Window fixtures such as shades and blinds are some of the most essential furnishings in hotel rooms, offices, and schools. They provide the room with protection from the sun, much-needed privacy, and a fashionable touch to the windows. They’re versatile and stylish, and you can use them to establish a more pronounced aesthetic in your space. Shopping around for the...

Every office needs the protection and privacy provided by roller blinds. They are a common element found in many offices in the UK because of their affordability, versatility, and so on. Whether you want to completely block out natural light or let some light in, you can do so with roller blinds. It is a space-saving option that also acts...

  Blinds are a must-have in any school. They help create a private, focused, and safe environment in which students can learn, create and explore. There are many factors to consider when it comes to installing blinds in schools. Academe-significant features include light control, fire retardant material, ease of use, and durability, style, child-safety features, to mention a few. Flame...

When people think of window treatments, they have a tendency to think of curtains. It's easy enough to see why. They're classy and classic, convenient to get a hold of, and most people's natural window treatment option. However, times are changing. Now, more and more commercial window treatments also use shades and blinds.  Others have gone on to use office...

Whether you are looking for fabrics for your offices, your first consideration might solely be about the aesthetics or ease of maintenance of your purchase. You might not even consider fire safety, which is true with most buyers out there, whether they were buying for private or commercial use. However, the RRFSO, the 2005 Fire Safety Order, requires adherence to...

The management of hotels, buildings, and other public facilities involves prioritising the safety of the people you serve, those that work for you, and the environment within and around your establishment. Besides having properly installed systems in place, the curtains and other fabrics you use must work well against unfortunate incidents involving fire, among other cases. If you want to...

When it comes to window treatments, curtains have always been a top choice for hotel owners. Curtains come in various styles and colours that attract many, and they really do add an extra appeal to the interiors.  Over the years, modern technology brought innovations to curtains—from blackout ones to flame-resistant ones. Many hoteliers wonder if the latter is a necessity...

There are a plethora of things you need to consider when choosing the right window treatment. Some factors include pattern, colour, design, efficiency, water-resistant properties, light-controlling, and more. However, there's one more element that you shouldn't forget — you need to ensure it's fire retardant.  Choosing fire retardant shades is extremely important, especially if you're buying one for a commercial...

You never know when a fire may break out in your workplace. The risk of fire in your company poses a significant risk, as it can seriously injure or kill employees, damage your assets, and even destroy the entire building. Fire risk management is vital to preventing property loss and ensuring the safety of everyone in the company. Minimising the...