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.
WILSON FABRICS Wilson Fabrics’ products continue to be made at our own vertically integrated mill... 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.
OZROLL Ozroll Industries national sales and marketing manager Ryan Charvetto says the company has attained... 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.
TOSO AUSTRALIA Malcolm Young, Managing Director of Toso Australia, sums up the ongoing pull factor... 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.
BLINDS BY PETER MEYER Innovative technology meets groundbreaking design with Blinds by Peter Meyer’s new... 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.
AERONAUT Michael Clark from Aeronaut says while work continues in machine performance and reliability, the... 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.
RICKY RICHARDS Outlook mesh fabrics from Ricky Richards are known for sun control while still... READ MORE
WFA’s trend update speaks to local suppliers, takes a look at trends from Heimtextil in Germany, and gains insights from a window furnishings business, finding an overall theme that embraces nature and regeneration.
Michelle Macready – sales manager BM Blinds says the trend for a softer aesthetic in... READ MORE
Competing on price is a bugbear for the shutter retail sector, so what are the best ways to avoid the pitfalls of discounting? WFA spoke to two key suppliers about their tips and tricks for converting higher margin sales in the shutter market.
Good product typically tends to sell itself; and when a product clearly offers a marked... READ MORE
The start of 2022 has seen investment in the home continue, particularly in the outdoor space as consumers look to expand their homes and boost the value of their property, WFA reports.
SOMFY “Right now, people are still investing in their home and adding space to increase... READ MORE
