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Voile FR 47gsm

Voile FR 47gsm

Fire retardant polyester voile.

Our voile FR is a sheer woven fabric ideal for netting, curtains and backdrops. It is fire retardant to BS5867 Part 2 C making it suitable for contract use.

The fabric has an open weave and semi-translucent finish. It is fairly stiff resulting in a straight rigid drape whilst maintain its shape when handled.

The base colour is white and the fabric is printed using dye sublimation. Colour reproduction it strong and it is possible create interesting visual effects with this fabric.

Specification

Type
Woven
Ink
Dye Sublimation
Weight
47gsm
Width
155cm
Composition
100% Polyester
Properties
Fire Retardant
Origin
Woven, finished and printed in the United Kingdom.
Certification
OEKO-TEX Eco Passport Certified Ink (NEP 1902) info
Care
Wash on a mild machine cycle at 40 °C / 105F. Do not tumble dry. Iron on a low heat not using steam, ironing print side down for best results. Do not iron on top of other polyester fabrics, as the print may transfer. Do not bleach. Do not dry clean. Care Instructions

Standards

Standard Information Certificate
BS 5867-2:2008 Type C
IMO FTP Code 2010 Part 7 Pass IMO FTP Code 2010 Part 7.pdf
EN 13773:2003 Class 1 EN 13773:2003.pdf
EN 71-3:2019 [1] EN 71-3:2019.pdf
[1] Expired standards - this standard has been withdrawn and is potentially replaced by a newer standard.

Representative samples have been independently tested against commercial standards by a UKAS accredited lab. Learn more Please note care instructions are provided for guidance only and recommend testing to ensure the fabric is suitable for your intended use.

Prices

Size Quantity Price Saving
Swatch 3 for 2 £2.99 -
Fat Quarter £12.99 -
Linear Metres 1m £23.99 -
5 - 10m £22.79 5.0%
10 - 40m £22.19 7.5%
40m+ £21.59 10.0%
  • No setup charges
  • Prices inclusive of VAT (where applicable)
  • Swatches and fat quarters are not eligible for bulk discounts.
  • Bulk discounts are based on the cumulative total per fabric. For example, you can order 10m with 10 designs, or 10m of the same design. The bulk discount is automatically applied during checkout.

Usage and Safety Instructions

Backdrops

The main requirements when making backdrops from our fabric are related to fire safety.

The following are relevant standards for fire safety for backdrops:

Standard Description
BS 5867-2:2008 Fabrics for curtains, drapes and window blinds - Flammability requirements. Specification
EN 1102:2016 Textiles and textile products - Burning behaviour - Curtains and drapes - Detailed procedure to determine the flame spread of vertically oriented specimens
EN 13772:2011 Textiles and textile products - Burning behaviour - Curtains and drapes - Measurement of flame spread of vertically oriented specimens with large ignition source

The exact requirements depend on the end use and where the product is going to be used.

There are few specific requirements for consumer use, however, if the product will end up in a public place, generally the requirements are stricter.

You must make sure your fabric of choice meets the necessary fire safety requirements.

Note that construction of the final piece can change the fire safety characteristics, including the choice of thread, accessories, lining, etc.

If your intend to retail your products, it is highly recommended to get the final products tested for fire safety before marketing them for sale.

Curtains

The main requirements when making curtains from our fabric are related to fire safety.

The following are relevant standards for fire safety for curtains:

Standard Description
BS 5867-2:2008 Fabrics for curtains, drapes and window blinds - Flammability requirements. Specification
EN 13772:2011 Textiles and textile products - Burning behaviour - Curtains and drapes - Measurement of flame spread of vertically oriented specimens with large ignition source
EN ISO 6941:2003 Textile fabrics — Burning behaviour — Measurement of flame spread properties of vertically oriented specimens
IMO FTP Code 2010 Part 7 Test for vertically supported textiles and films

The exact requirements depend on the end use and where the product is going to be used.

There are few specific requirements for consumer use, however, if the product will end up in a public place, generally the requirements are stricter.

You must make sure your fabric of choice meets the necessary fire safety requirements.

Note that construction of the final piece can change the fire safety characteristics, including the choice of thread, accessories, lining, etc.

If your intend to retail your products, it is highly recommended to get the final products tested for fire safety before marketing them for sale.

Lampshades

If you're making lampshades using our fabric, then you need to make it safely.

The primary concern is heat resistance. There aren't many standards relating to lampshades, but these might apply:

Standard Description
EN IEC 60598-1:2021 Luminaires - Part 1: General requirements and tests

In general, you should make sure your lampshade is electrically safe, and able to resist the heat of the lamp.

You may be safer using an FR rated fabric vs a non-FR rated one, for example.

Dannells make great lampshade kits that have proven the test of time and are widely used not only for individual but also contract manufacture.

Net Curtains

The main requirements when making net curtains from our fabric are related to fire safety.

The following are relevant standards for fire safety for net curtains:

Standard Description
BS 5867-2:2008 Fabrics for curtains, drapes and window blinds - Flammability requirements. Specification
EN 13772:2011 Textiles and textile products - Burning behaviour - Curtains and drapes - Measurement of flame spread of vertically oriented specimens with large ignition source
EN ISO 6941:2003 Textile fabrics — Burning behaviour — Measurement of flame spread properties of vertically oriented specimens
IMO FTP Code 2010 Part 7 Test for vertically supported textiles and films

The exact requirements depend on the end use and where the product is going to be used.

There are few specific requirements for consumer use, however, if the product will end up in a public place, generally the requirements are stricter.

You must make sure your fabric of choice meets the necessary fire safety requirements.

Note that construction of the final piece can change the fire safety characteristics, including the choice of thread, accessories, lining, etc.

If your intend to retail your products, it is highly recommended to get the final products tested for fire safety before marketing them for sale.

Outdoor Signage

The requirements for outdoor signage are similar to that for regular signage, which are similar to those of drapery, curtains and other vertically hung textiles.

The following standards apply:

Standard Description
BS 5867-2:2008 Fabrics for curtains, drapes and window blinds - Flammability requirements. Specification
EN 13772:2011 Textiles and textile products - Burning behaviour - Curtains and drapes - Measurement of flame spread of vertically oriented specimens with large ignition source
EN ISO 6941:2003 Textile fabrics — Burning behaviour — Measurement of flame spread properties of vertically oriented specimens
IMO FTP Code 2010 Part 7 Test for vertically supported textiles and films

In addition, you may wish to make sure your fabric is UV resistant and weather resistant, depending on the intended length of use, size and placement.

The material should be able to withstand the elements sufficiently so that its safety is not compromised, e.g. mounting point failure causing the signage to whip around in adverse weather, potentially injuring someone.

The use of metal grommets in the corners and edges of coated fabrics is usually sufficient. Always follow the manufacturer guidelines for the safe use of these products.

Signage

The requirements for signage are similar to that of drapery, curtains and other vertically hung textiles.

The following standards apply:

Standard Description
BS 5867-2:2008 Fabrics for curtains, drapes and window blinds - Flammability requirements. Specification
EN 13772:2011 Textiles and textile products - Burning behaviour - Curtains and drapes - Measurement of flame spread of vertically oriented specimens with large ignition source
EN ISO 6941:2003 Textile fabrics — Burning behaviour — Measurement of flame spread properties of vertically oriented specimens
IMO FTP Code 2010 Part 7 Test for vertically supported textiles and films

You must make sure the fabric has the correct fire safety rating for your end use.

You must also make sure that the signage will be hung and attached correctly.

Disclaimer

Please note this information is inteded for guidance only. You should check appropriate standards yourself to make sure your product conforms to all the necessary safety standards for your particular use case.