Somfy’ experience of COVID-19 appears characteristic of the challenges faced by many in the industry, but the company’s head says the overall outlook remains positive.
Stephen Eggleton, Managing Director of Somfy Oceania, refers to the first semester of 2020 as... READ MORE
Window furnishings retailers, fabricators and wholesalers in Melbourne are adapting to Stage 4 lockdown rules brought in by the State Government to stem the tide of coronavirus cases plaguing the city.
Under the rules, businesses that do not fall into the permitted industry categories must close... READ MORE
Amid consumers’ increased focus on home upgrades during Covid19, Blinds By Boronia is promoting its zebra style Sheerlight range as an answer to the privacy-visibility riddle.
“Sheerlight blinds are a stylish yet unique blind that allows you to maintain your view... READ MORE
Norman Australia is promoting the benefits of timber venetians, among them their status as a quality, affordable complement to other window treatments; particularly plantation shutters.
“Custom made timber blinds had their heyday in the 1990s a little while before shutters... READ MORE
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has put its review into Trade Practices (Consumer Product Safety Standard - Corded
Internal Window Coverings) Regulations 2010 on hold due to a change in priorities.
In February 2019, the ACCC advised that it was reviewing the mandatory safety standard for... READ MORE
Understanding the difference between product liability and public liability insurance, as well as what is covered by product recall insurance, is critical, particularly in uncertain times, according to insurance specialist IME.
“Just like apples, oranges and bananas, these three insurance covers are quite different under a... READ MORE
Window Furnishings Australia (WFA) can reveal that Kresta Holdings Limited will be removed from the ASX listing on 1 September 2020 unless the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) can be satisfied that it’s financial woes are over.
In response to an enquiry sent by WFA, Anjuli Sinniah, a Senior Adviser in Listings... READ MORE
A survey conducted by the Blind Manufacturers Association of Australia (BMAA) has given a snapshot of how blind and awning retailers, fabricators and wholesalers have fared during the lockdown period, has shown a resilient industry, with some companies finding opportunities despite the overall downturn.
Conducted in late April and early May, the survey was sent to 180 members gained... READ MORE
