Features

Two key suppliers outline the benefits of key product offerings in the soft blinds category. WFA reports.

The window furnishings industry has long been aware of the critical role that window treatments play in energy efficiency and indoor climate control. As climate concerns and energy costs continue to rise, the focus on technical textiles has become more prominent, WFA reports.

From new colours to customisation and flexibility, curtain hardware is entering a new chapter. WFA reports.

Bigger and better machines are driving productivity in the window coverings sector, WFA reports.

From price positioning to wider widths and ease of installation, key suppliers in the sunscreen fabrics sector tell WFA how they are continuing to meet market demand.

Quality is good in itself, but it’s also a marker for cost efficiencies, writes James Boston.

Demand for pleated and honeycomb fabrics continues to grow, with practical benefits such as energy efficiency balanced by new colours and designs. WFA reports.

Roman blinds’ undiminished appeal is evolving thanks to motorisation options and new takes on fabric design. WFA reports.

Curtain fabrics are on the rise, with new releases reflecting practicality, economy and trend-conscious elegance, while sheers, including those designed for indoor-outdoor living, continue to attract strong demand. WFA reports.

Instead of discounting, retailers can optimise sales by focusing on the benefits of quality product, premium selling tools and state of the art controls, according to key players in the space who spoke to WFA.