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Sustainable Faux Leather Alternatives for Commercial Vinyl Upholstery
Vinyl upholstery options have multiplied over recent years, and there are a variety of sustainable alternatives available. But how do you understand the difference between these eco-friendly faux leathers, and find the most suitable for your commercial upholstery project? Let’s take a closer look at our three main sustainable faux leather categories that all have … continue reading
What Is Type 2 Wall Covering
There are three types of commercial grade wall covering on the market. The classification of type 1, 2 and 3 is based on the weight / linear yard, which will drive the suitability of a wall covering in a specific environment. Type 3 / Type III This commercial, high impact wall covering is for the … continue reading
Non-Disposable Privacy Curtain – The Motivation Behind BLOX
Developing a non-disposable privacy curtain, or cubicle screen, has been my passion for over 18 months. So, what motivated me to develop this product? The concern and distress that the various Governments who espouse ‘jobs, jobs, jobs’ and condemn the use of plastic bags, are demonstrating an incredible hypocrisy! We hate waste of any kind … continue reading
Braille Wall Covering Delivers Message Of Human Spirit
A cleverly designed braille wall covering, developed with the National Federation of the Blind, delivers positive messages to the blind and people with low vision. Our Louis commercial vinyl wall covering, part of the Lanark Vault collection, was designed by Lanark stylist, Kathy Wisniski. With World Braille Day on January 4 and February being Low … continue reading
Pantone Colour of the Year 2022: Very Peri
It’s that time of year again… The announcement of Pantone’s colour of the year. And for 2022 it’s a brand new blue shade, PANTONE 17-3938 Very Peri. “Blending the faithfulness and constancy of blue with the energy and excitement of red, this happiest and warmest of all the blue hues introduces an empowering mix of newness.” – CARLSTADT, N.J, December 9, 2021 The … continue reading
Seaworthy Collection Inspiration by Sibella Court
Inspired by the seasonal pilgrimage of French & American creatives of the 1920s, the Seaworthy collection embodies patterns drawn from my textile & object library that evoke the textures, charm & tales of sunny, leisurely expeditions to the Côte d’Azur. The warm East wind, Le Levant, signalled the end of winter as the writers, artists, … continue reading
Colour Influence on Mental Health
Colour influence and its impact on mental health is an important topic, and we are keen to highlight the impact of design and colour on our wellbeing. Asking an old textile man his opinion on colour and design as it affects mental health, is a little unusual. Colour and design are my stock in trade, … continue reading
Aboriginal Print Collection Celebrates Multiculturalism
Dream is a contemporary Aboriginal print collection by Robyn Caughlan. It explores the different paths we all encounter, the opportunities we are faced with, the way we heal and the way we unite as one. Four artworks are re-imagined in 21 colourways through high-performance furnishing textiles and wall covering. “We all have many roads to … continue reading
New Designer: Illustrator & Biologist Kelly Kratzing
This week we got to welcome our newest designer to the Materialised family, Kelly Kratzing illustrator and biologist. Kelly’s signature style is inspired by her love of the natural world, in particular showcasing the Australian fauna and flora. Her latest collection with Materialised features 4 beautiful designs; King Protea, Eucalyptus Bud, Stormy Skies and Stripes. … continue reading
Australian Made Fabric
‘Australian Made’ fabric, or ‘Made Down Under’, is at the very core of Materialised’s beginnings, processes and practices. Textile production and providing comfort and safety to humans predates history. It has been incredibly important to the development of the society in which we live. The Industrial Revolution is one example where textiles changed the course … continue reading