Top Window Shade Fabrics for Homes & Offices
Every window treatment starts with the right fabric. Explore our full range of speciality fabrics — from complete blackout to eco-friendly and digitally printed options — and find the perfect match for your space.
The Right Fabric Does More Than Look Good
Each speciality fabric below is engineered for a specific purpose — not just chosen for aesthetics. Whether you need complete darkness for a bedroom, acoustic control for a boardroom or hygiene compliance for a healthcare facility, there’s a fabric built precisely for that task.
Our team will help you understand which properties matter most for your space and spec the right fabric from day one.
Fabrics Engineered for Every Need
From light management to acoustics and hygiene, each fabric type below brings specific technical properties — helping you specify the right solution for any environment.
Blackout Fabrics
- Blocks 100% of outside light
- Enhances privacy and sleep quality
- Reduces energy costs with thermal insulation
- Creates a controlled lighting environment
Ideal for: Bedrooms, media rooms, nurseries, boardrooms and healthcare settings.
Available with a silver-white backing for maximum reflectivity and a clean external appearance.
Light-Filtering Fabrics
- Softens natural light, reducing glare
- Maintains daytime privacy
- Enhances indoor ambiance
- Wide range of opacities and textures
Ideal for: Living rooms, open-plan offices, lobbies and hospitality spaces.
Available in various textures and weaves — from subtle sheers to structured linens.
Solar Screen Fabrics
- Blocks up to 99% of harmful UV rays
- Reduces solar heat gain
- Maintains an outward view
- Lowers cooling costs and protects interiors
Ideal for: Commercial offices, high-rise buildings, south-facing windows and conservatories.
Available in openness factors from 1% to 10% to balance privacy with transparency.
Eco-Friendly Fabrics
- Made from recycled or sustainably sourced fibres
- Lower carbon footprint in production
- Durable — reducing replacement frequency
- Supports BREEAM and LEED green building certifications
Ideal for: Environmentally conscious homes, sustainable offices and green-certified commercial builds.
Sourced from certified sustainable suppliers including Serge Ferrari’s recycled ranges.
Anti-Microbial Fabrics
- Inhibits bacterial and mould growth
- Reduces allergen accumulation
- Easy to clean and maintain
- Meets healthcare hygiene standards
Ideal for: Hospitals, care homes, schools, gyms and food preparation environments.
Treated with permanent anti-microbial agents that remain effective through repeated cleaning.
Acoustic Fabrics
- Absorbs sound to reduce echo and reverberation
- Improves speech intelligibility in open spaces
- Creates a calmer, more focused environment
- Available in a wide range of colours and textures
Ideal for: Open-plan offices, conference rooms, schools, restaurants and home cinema rooms.
Certified noise-reduction performance ratings available for specification projects.
Moisture-Resistant Fabrics
- Repels water and resists staining
- Withstands high-humidity environments
- Easy to wipe clean
- Prevents mould and mildew buildup
Ideal for: Bathrooms, kitchens, swimming pools, spas and outdoor sheltered areas.
PVC-coated or solution-dyed options provide enhanced longevity in wet environments.
Digital Printing
- Any image, pattern or graphic reproduced in full colour
- Photo-realistic print quality
- Suitable for branding, art and bespoke interiors
- Available on a range of base fabrics
Ideal for: Retail displays, branded hospitality spaces, creative homes and exhibition stands.
UV-resistant inks ensure vibrant colours that won’t fade, even in direct sunlight.
Solar Screen Fabrics
- Blocks up to 99% of harmful UV rays
- Reduces solar heat gain
- Maintains an outward view
- Lowers cooling costs and protects interiors
Ideal for: Commercial offices, high-rise buildings, south-facing windows and conservatories.
Available in openness factors from 1% to 10% to balance privacy with transparency.
Find the perfect fabric
With nearly 30 years of experience our team will guide you to the ideal fabric for any commercial or residential project — whether you know exactly what you want or need expert advice from scratch.