Category: Aged Care
6 Benefits of Waterproof Fabric for Healthcare and Hospitality
Wondering whether your project requires waterproof fabric as opposed to a standard non-waterproof option? Both healthcare and hospitality projects have particular requirements where specification of a waterproof fabric has great benefits. Healthcare facilities face unique challenges due to the high standards of cleanliness required to prevent infection and ensure patient safety. And in the hospitality … continue reading
What Is Waterproof Fabric Technology?
In the fast-paced and demanding environments of healthcare and hospitality, the need for durable, easy-to-clean, and safe materials is critical. One of the innovations that has revolutionised these industries is waterproof fabric. Designed to withstand heavy use while maintaining hygiene and comfort, waterproof fabrics offer a range of benefits that make them essential for modern … continue reading
5 Textile Considerations When Designing For Dementia
Designing for dementia is an important factor to take into consideration for successful aged care interior design projects. You might be surprised to learn that there’s a whole design specialty built around improving quality of life for people living with dementia. More than 800,000 people are expected to be living with dementia by 2050, most … continue reading
Improvision Design Develops 3D Fabric Wall
Innovation is in our blood here at Materialised, and we celebrate all those who pioneer the creation of novel new products and designs. So when we saw this new 3D fabric wall, we just had to share! Architectural upholsterers who have been in the industry for 60 years, Improvision Design is a fellow family business, … 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™
Written by Gary Price, Founder & Chairman of Materialised. 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 … 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
Crypton Fabric Disinfectant Kills Virus that Causes COVID-19
Fabric disinfectant and keeping surfaces clean is more important than ever. Crypton Fabric’s system of disinfection is a solution to keep guests, patients, staff, and students safe. Don’t just sanitise, disinfect! Crypton Fabric Disinfectant & Deodorizer does just that on hard surfaces and Crypton® Barrier Fabric. Disinfect fabric? Yes, Crypton’s flagship barrier fabric, when used in conjunction … continue reading
Design Matters! Wellbeing And Interior Design
Whilst washing my car (an activity I enjoy because it takes little concentration, allowing time for some mind wandering and is also activity others don’t want to join), this thought occurred to me, and I want to share it with you! My neighbours are mostly engaged in professions. One an Oncologist, another an Orthopaedic surgeon, … continue reading