Fabrics Information

We manufacture all our fabrics via reputable textile mills in Australia that we have ensured are active and committed members to the "Green House Challenge", working closely with local government to fulfill the terms of the Cooperation Trade Waste agreement. Together we play an active part in the "phos-watch" programme, aimed at containing the volume of phosphates discharged into waterways. We use "sublistatic printing", a method that is water free, involves no chemical processing and produces no pollutants. Designer Fabrics has incorporated antimicrobial finish into our upholstery fabric "Centurion ®" which is a safe and responsible choice for the environment. Our fabrics are always been produced using inherently fire retardant yarns, free from heavy metals and do not need any further chemical treatment to achieve fire retardant properties. All of our fabrics have low emissions and fumes which are recyclable and environmentally friendly. All packaging materials, cardboard cores and transfer papers used in our manufacturing processes are environment friendly. Cores are re-used repeatedly and all other paper products are recycled. From design and development, through to manufacturing we take great pride in our commitment and our ongoing achievements in reducing our impact on the environment. Environmental responsibility is an integral part of our operations and we specifically undertake to: Conduct operations in compliance with relevant local environment legislation, regulation and licences. Prevent pollution and aim for continual improvement of environmental performance. Embrace the principles of product stewardship through design, reuse and recycling. Reduce waste production in line with world standards and practices. Reduce energy consumption and waste production per unit of production where economically viable. Regularly set and review environmental and energy objectives and targets. Communicate openly and constructively with our staff and mills. Reduce or eliminate our greenhouse gas emissions where ...