MATERIALS

Modern high performance fabrics have excellent lifespan and fire specifications to suit all applications. Some fabrics are completely recyclable making the complete structure including steelwork an environmentally friendly alternative. The organic forms and inherent strength enables fabric to cover large areas with few structural supports as the strength to weight ratio is high.

PVC

Lifespan: 20 years
Solar Protection: 100% of harmful rays
Light Transmission: Up to 20%
Weather Protection: Waterproof
Environmental Impact: Recyclable

Silicone Glass Weave

Lifespan: 30 years
Solar Protection: Filters UBA & UVB – allows UVA for plant growth
Light Transmission: Up to 40%
Weather Protection: Waterproof
Environmental Impact: Recyclable

Shade Cloth

Lifespan: 10 years
Solar Protection: 80 – 90% of harmful rays
Light Transmission: Up to 35%
Weather Protection: Showerproof
Environmental Impact: Not recyclable

PTFE

Lifespan: 30 years
Solar Protection: Filters UVB & UVC
Light Transmission: Up to 30%
Weather Protection: Waterproof
Environmental Impact: Not recyclable

ETFE

Lifespan: 35+ years
Light Transmission: Up to 95%
Weather Protection: Waterproof
Environmental Impact: Recyclable

Interior Stretch Lycra

Lifespan: 10 years
Light Transmission: Depends on colour
Solar Protection: Ideal for internal solar protection
Environmental Impact: Not recyclable