Textiles for Residential and Commercial Interiors

Learn how to choose the right type of textile for your residential and commercial interior design. This book includes important information about fiber and fabrics for household and institutional textiles, and commercial and residential textiles. It also touches on specific design techniques such as the latest textile printing methods and technologies, the newest performance-related finishes, proper window treatment, and the best environmentally conscious sustainability approaches. The line drawings and photographs show yarns, weaving, manufacturing equipment, fibers, fabrics used in a variety of interior spaces, and many more. New to this Edition - Updated to include the newest codes and guidelines for fabric performance and evaluation - Exploration of new textile printing methods and technologies - Updated fire safety methods and flammability testing STUDIO Features Include - Study smarter with self-quizzes featuring scored results and personalized study tips - Review concepts with flashcards of terms and definitions Instructor Resources - Instructor's Guide to help integrate the text into your classroom - PowerPoint slides for every chapter