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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Flame retardant upholstery fabric is a type of fabric that is treated with chemicals to make it resistant to catching fire or slow down the spread of flames in case of a fire. It is important for businesses to use flame retardant upholstery fabric as it can prevent fires and minimize damage, ensuring the safety of the employees and the property. Additionally, using flame retardant upholstery fabric may also comply with local fire safety regulations and building codes.
Yes, Direct Fabrics offers a range of flame retardant upholstery fabrics that are suitable for commercial and public spaces such as offices, hospitals, schools, and hotels. Our flame retardant upholstery fabrics are rigorously tested and meet British Standards (BS) and European Norms (EN) for fire safety. Our knowledgeable team can assist in selecting the right fabric that meets your needs and complies with the necessary fire safety regulations.
Yes, flame retardant upholstery fabrics can be cleaned and maintained like regular fabrics. However, it is important to follow the manufacturer's cleaning instructions and use appropriate cleaning products to ensure the flame retardant properties are not compromised. Direct Fabrics offers flame retardant upholstery fabrics that are easy to clean and maintain, making them a practical and safe option for commercial and public spaces.
As a family business, we at Direct Fabrics aim to provide a uniquely professional and personalised service for all our customers, however big or small. We work within contract furnishings sectors and have over 60 years of experience, ensuring we provide unparalleled quality in all projects we assist in. We are only too aware that each customer will have individual requirements, whether it’s a metre of fabric or a contract for a hotel, school or nursing home, we’ll be able to tailor our service for you.
All members of our customer service team pride themselves on giving every customer clear concise advice and informing you, whatever stage your order’s at, from quick quotations to receiving free samples, and then post-order. When you pick up the phone, you’re able to speak to the team between 9am-5pm from Monday to Friday. You may even speak to the Director himself as he plays a keen role in the day-to-day operations of the company.
Our humble story started with Joe Simon commenced trading in 1947, his market stall was the place to buy velvet in the North East. The chances are that if you are from the North East, a member of family will remember the ‘curtain men’, Joe and son Martin, from the early days. Nowadays Direct Fabrics is a third-generation family business; for over 60 years we have expanded our business with loyal and dedicated staff.
ECS Enterprises Ltd’s trading entity, Direct Fabrics, still prides itself on the same ethics that Joe and Martin Simon stood by. We share our passion for textiles with all our clients to make your projects run smoothly and ensure the quality of soft furnishings you expect from a British manufacturer. We continue to provide you with a comprehensive range of quality fabrics including bedding, towels and restaurant linens, all at competitive prices. We’re preferred by some of the most prestigious hotels including the Marriot, Sheraton, Hilton and many more.
We look forward to doing business with you and we look forward to receiving any questions or comments you may have.
Edward C. Simon
(Director)
ECS Enterprises t/a Direct Fabrics
Company Registration - 08543363
VAT Number 181905107
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Our range of fire resistant upholstery fabrics are perfect for all sorts of coverings. You can use our fabric for chair covering, table cloths, seat pad covers and much more. Our range has been selected due to its durability with over 100,000 rubs in the Martindale test.
Further Information on British Standard Upholstery Fabrics BS5852 Certified
As our fabrics have been selected and in most cases manufactured here in the United Kingdom we can oversee the full process of production and this includes testing here in the United Kingdom. All our upholstery flame retardant fabrics have passed the BS5852 certification and this means that you can be confident that they are fit for purpose in your business environment, whether you are running a hotel, care home, pub, restaurant or any other business that requires BS5852 upholstery flame retardant fabrics.
Uses for Upholstery Fabrics
- Care Homes - Washable and Wipe-able
- Hotels - Seating and Soft Furnishings
- Pubs and Restaurants
Care Home Upholstery Fabrics
Care homes have a particular need for quality flame retardant fabrics. Our fire resistant upholstery fabrics are perfect for your nursing home. They are waterproof and have a high rub count on the Martindale test, this means they last and are extremely durable. As they are waterproof you can easily wash and clean them, so they are suited perfectly for the care home environment.
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As a company we want to work with you on a personal level, so if you want a bespoke quote or have questions, then please send a message or call the team, we are here 9-5pm and want to offer the very best service to all our customer
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