interiors

There are many spaces and surfaces in an office that need to be cleaned periodically. While carpets and other common areas may seem like no-brainers, one place that many offices neglect to clean are their window blinds. Just as in other parts of your office building, not cleaning office blinds may contribute to the reduction of sick days in the...

Most homeowners don’t pay much attention to their windows since it’s more of a straightforward feature, but it actually has a significant impact on the mood, style, and even comfort of your home! It can bask your room in a warm, morning glow, but it can also turn up the heat once it’s high noon. Seeing as the windows invite...

It’s not uncommon to see most offices have floor-to-ceiling windows taking up the best corners of the room. This is because under-lit workspaces can lead to drowsiness and fatigue, but similarly, bombarding your space with light during high noon can also cause discomort since it invites unwanted heat.  In that sense, how can your office control the lighting better? That’s...

Running a care home is a huge responsibility because you and your employees are in charge of people’s lives and well-being. The size of your facility doesn’t matter when it comes to assuring everyone’s safety against unforeseeable incidents that can be prevented, such as flooding and fires. When you’re facing a fire situation out of your control, you have to...

If you have a commercial building, it’s essential to create a comfortable environment. One of the considerations to make is the amount of sunlight that comes through the windows. Natural light is good, but there should only be the right amount of sunlight that gets in your commercial space. Otherwise, it could wreak havoc on your furniture and even disrupt...

While heavy curtains are great, they do not always give off the particular vibe that you want for your space. Drapes and curtains are also a pain to wash because they gather so much dust. One great solution is to replace your heavy curtains with roller blinds. The best thing about roller blinds is that they work great with any...

The challenging part of owning a property for public usage is being responsible for the welfare of the general public. Whether you have a school, care home, theatre, or hotel, your business would cater to all the people that walk into your premises and ensure their safety and security at all times.  Fire is one of the worst things that...

When it comes to office interior design, the majority of people will focus on furniture. After all, they are one of the most prominent items in the room people will see first. However, even the tiniest of details matters and can severely affect the overall look of the room. Such is the case with window blinds.  Even though blinds are...

Curtains may seem like an age-old window decoration that doesn’t suit modern-day commercial architecture and interior design. With sleek blinds and shades working their way into minimalist styles, one might wonder if curtains still have a place in most businesses. Curtains have come a long way from simply being decorative to providing more safety and functionality options! One of the...

If you are running a business in the hospitality industry, you would understand how important it  is to offer the best experience possible. After all, they booked your hotel to find a place to stay that is relaxing and comforting, not one that leads to frustration and stress.  With that in mind, one surprisingly effective way to maintain a warm...

Many businesses use flame-retardant fabrics to maintain overall safety and welfare. For example, schools have fire-resistant curtains installed in vulnerable areas, like chemistry laboratories and test kitchens, to protect the students and educators. Unfortunately, these fabrics deteriorate over time unless they are given proper care. But how exactly should you look after flame-retardant materials?  Continue reading →

Fabrics are typically known to be combustible and will ignite when exposed to an open flame. Certain fabric types are more dangerous than others, and these can be bad for some environments where people work and in areas that host plenty of risks with flames. Many industries use flame retardant fabrics, which either come in the form of fire-resistant curtains or full-body suits worn to prevent the fire from affecting the wearer.  Continue reading →

The medical and healthcare industry requires various products besides the usual medicines and technologies used to heal patients. People seldomly think about the smaller aspects of hospitals and healthcare facilities, such as those found in some clinics and emergency rooms. One of these essential components of any clinic or hospital zone is the cubicles, which require a great degree of safety and privacy.  Continue reading →

If you are curious about the fabric that manufacturers use to prevent people and places from burning, you need to learn about permanent flame-retardant fabrics. The term can be confusing, particularly the word 'permanent,' but this article will tell you the important things you need to know about this topic.  Continue reading →

Over the years, the idea of upholding proper fire safety measures has become an increasingly important fixture of modern British property ownership. Whether you own a care home, manage a hotel, run a school, or handle a restaurant, there’s no doubt that a constant fight against fire is needed to prevent an untimely demise.  Continue reading →

Building a public space will require you to follow specific government regulations. One of the most common safety rules that a public establishment should follow is using flame-resistant fabrics―whether it be for the curtains, beddings, or roller blinds they use. Continue reading →

Thanks to today’s world of ever-impactful interior design, no feature or fixture has helped property owners and hotels maximise the power of their windows than Roman blinds. Although some may believe that options like automated shades and remote-controlled blinds are the pinnacle of impactful window fittings, the truth is that none of them is as impactful as the fixtures in question. Whether you’re operating a bed and breakfast, managing an international hotel chain, or running a care home, there’s no doubt that a set of Roman blinds can leverage a significant impact. Continue reading →

One of the most popular window treatments is roller blinds, especially because of its flame-retardant features. They are a single piece of fabric that wraps around a casing and is fitted into the top of a window frame. It works by pulling the cord attached to the bottom or by a side-winding chain mechanism. There are also now motorised controls that will let you open and close the blinds with only a click of a button. These types of blinds can quickly transform the look of your hotel, care home, or school, and add that stylish touch to every interior scheme.  Continue reading →

Sanitation is key in a hospital environment due to the nature of the work that goes on there. This can include daily cleaning of surfaces and disinfecting of beds and rooms. That being said, cubicle curtains are integral in many hospitals and clinics to maintain a sterilized environment. However, not all curtains work well for this purpose. That is because curtains can come in different styles and materials, and only a handful are fit for the job.  Continue reading →

People spend approximately a third of their lives in bed, making the bedding one of the most important features in your home. The quality of the sheets and linen can leave a significant impact on your sleep quality, so choosing non-toxic materials can make anyone feel like catching some zzz’s on cloud nine. Continue reading →