Category: Upholstery

clean vinyl upholstery fabric

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

The Central Hotel by Undercurrent Studio

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 artist Robyn Caughlan Materialised

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

Crowne Plaza Adelaide Australian Made

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

fabric disinfectant

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

Three Birds Renovations, House 12

What To Consider When Designing Custom Bench Seats

Bench seats are always a big feature in Three Birds Renovations designs and no wonder, being perfect for lounging, dining and big family gatherings. We had the pleasure of working with them on House 11, helping to ‘Hamptonise’ a family home with a variety of Florence Broadhurst furnishing textiles for upholstery, bedhead and cushions. A … continue reading

Double Quarter Stripe, Florence Broadhurst, Three Birds Renovations

Florence Visits The Hamptons

It was an exciting day when Bonnie and Louisa of Three Birds Renovations joined us in the Alexandria Design Studio to see our latest Florence Broadhurst collection! With over 20 new Florence prints and a new wallpaper collection, visiting one of our studios really is the best way to view our vast range and see … continue reading

Jimmy Pike furnishing textiles

Jimmy Pike Collection – Desert Goes Digital

We are proud to present this Jimmy Pike collection of high-performance fabric and wall covering designs. A surprising and refreshing interpretation of an Indigenous genre. Launched at DENFAIR 2019, the ‘Desert Goes Digital’ by Walmajarri Aboriginal artist, Jimmy Pike (c.1940-2002) offers a contemporary interpretation of magical, timeless designs from an iconic Indigenous artist. Jimmy Pike loved to … continue reading

Outdoor fabrics

Durable Outdoor Fabric Collection

This durable outdoor fabric collection by Sina Pearson for Momentum is perfect to refresh poolside furniture in readiness for the onslaught of summer!  In the very core of each fibre that makes these fabrics is a dye that is locked in right from the very beginning when the yarn is being created. This process enables the fabric to retain … continue reading