Window Furnishings Australia

With a reputation as a manufacturer of quality interior and exterior shutters, interior blinds and outdoor shades, Queensland headquartered TWO Australia has built strong relationships with its partners to help them grow their businesses. It also continues to deliver through its steady focus on local manufacturing. READ MORE

A buoyant local manufacturing industry, accelerated depreciation and technology advances are driving machinery sales, meanwhile shortages of critical components and logistical challenges presented by COVID-19 have caused their fair share of headaches, WFA reports. READ MORE

Sunscreen fabrics’ glowing credentials have been further enhanced as new and leading products demonstrate functional benefits, from fire resistance to insulation and environmental gains. They’re even contributing to the emergence of the adaptable, post-COVID-19 living environment. WFA reports. READ MORE

Despite market challenges, pleated and honeycomb products continue to attract steady demand, with innovative fabric designs and prints increasingly supported by motorisation technology, writes WFA. READ MORE

Silent operation is the name of the game for new curtain rods and accessories from Somfy and Blinds by Peter Meyer. READ MORE

Roman blinds have undergone relatively few radical changes compared to other categories, but well-considered design tweaks, along with the growth of motorisation options, are further advancing their appeal. WFA reports. READ MORE

Audits, step-by-step checks and the increasing use of technology are proving key to maintaining manufacturing quality. Two key suppliers spoke to WFA about their quality control measures. READ MORE

The travel restrictions and supply chain constraints caused by the pandemic have sharpened interest in home grown products. WFA spoke to local manufacturers about their output, and the measures they’ve introduced since COVID-19 changed everything. READ MORE