Introducing Evolve Fascia: Refined Design, Faster Installation
Smart shading should perform beautifully and look beautiful. Evolve Fascia delivers both with precision. Evolve Fascia is the newest addition to the Evolve family, combining
Category: Fabric
Why Night Time Light Disrupts Circadian Rhythm, Raises Diabetes Risk, and How Blackout Blinds Help
Light is one of the most potent environmental signals to your body. It tells your brain when to rest, when to wake, and even how
How Metal-Backed Fabrics Reduce Solar Heat Gain and Glare
Metal-backed blind fabrics go beyond softening sunlight. They play a powerful role in thermal control, reducing solar heat gain and glare before it enters the
Don’t Miss The 2025 Premium Fabric Collection for Blinds & Curtains
Selecting the right fabric for blinds requires a combination of both visual and physical interactions. You need to be able to see how the fabrics
How Do Automated Blinds Save Energy Bills in Office Environments?
In an office environment, it’s easy to miss small inefficiencies that quietly add up to your energy costs. Imagine this scene: a fridge door left
How to Recommend the Right Blind Fabric for Your Customers
‘What Fabric Should I Use for My Roller Blinds?”: How to Recommend the Right Blind Fabric for Your Customers Needs With so many options to
Different Types of Eco-Friendly Fabrics
Different Types of Eco-Friendly Fabrics As a carbon-neutral company, sustainable shading and eco-friendly manufacturing is something we talk about a lot. However, sustainability can have
What’s the Difference Between Voile and Screen Roller Blind Fabric?
What’s the Difference Between Voile and Screen Roller Blind Fabric? When choosing a fabric for your blinds, deciding how much light you want to pass
The Difference Between Screen and Dimout Roller Blind Fabric
What’s the Difference Between Screen and Dimout Roller Blind Fabric? When choosing a fabric for your blinds, deciding how much light you want to pass
What’s the Difference Between Voile and Dimout Roller Blind Fabric?
What’s the Difference Between Voile and Dimout Roller Blind Fabric? When choosing a fabric for your blinds, deciding how much light you want to pass
Anti-bacterial vs Anti-Microbial – What’s the Difference?
Anti-bacterial vs Anti-Microbial – What’s the Difference? When searching for the perfect blind fabric, you’ve probably come across some that are described as ‘anti-bacterial’ or
IMO Certified Blind Fabrics for Yachts and Ships
IMO Certified Blind Fabrics for Yachts and Ships With over 63,000 commercial boats registered in the UK, it’s essential that the materials used in these
Are There Eco-Friendly Blind Fabrics?
Are There Eco-Friendly Blind Fabrics? With the fabric making up such a large part of a blind, it’s no wonder people want to make sure
Are Outdoor Blinds Worth It?
Are Outdoor Blinds Worth It? Outdoor blinds are becoming more popular, as many homeowners are deciding to expand their homes. These days, an outdoor space
The Best Fabrics for External Blinds
The Best Fabrics for External Blinds Not every fabric is created equal: some are stronger, some are higher quality, some are waterproof and some are
Which Fabrics Are Best for Rooflight Blinds?
Which Fabrics Are Best for Rooflight Blinds? Rooflight blinds, whether electric or manual, are highly tensioned blind systems that require a stable fabric that can
White-Backed vs Metal-Backed – Which Fabric Is Best for Heat Reflection?
White-Backed vs Metal-Backed Blind Fabrics – Which Is the Best for Heat Reflection? Glare and overheating can create unhealthy, uncomfortable environments and decrease the quality
How to Choose the Right Color When Buying Blinds
How to Choose the Right Color When Buying Blinds Choosing the right blinds for your windows is not only about the practical elements, like how
How to Choose the Best Fabric for Your Roller Blinds
Choosing the right fabric for your roller blind can make all the difference to how it looks and performs. Deciding on what your main goal
Fabric Spotlight: Screen
Screen fabrics are always one of the most popular choices for roller blind fabric in both the commercial and residential sectors. Screen fabrics are effective
Our Fabric Partners
Did you know that here at Umbra we don’t just use our own contract fabric range on our blinds? We have an extensive range of