Flame retardancy

Flame retardant fabrics serve as a crucial element in enhancing safety and minimising fire risks in commercial and residential buildings. All Silent Gliss fabrics in The Collection are certified FR to inhibit the rapid spread of flames and underscores our commitment to safeguarding lives and property.

Their effectiveness lies in the use of flame-resistant treatments or inherently flame-resistant fibres during the weaving process. Beyond merely meeting safety regulations, these fabrics offer peace of mind by acting as a proactive measure against potential fire hazards.

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Flame retardancy standards are officially defined and can vary from country to country. However, due to the stringent nature of the tests, many standards are widely accepted across global markets.

• A2 DIN 4102-1 (Deutsche Industrie Norm)
• B1 DIN 4102-1 (Deutsche Industrie Norm)
• M1/M2 NF P 92-503-507 (Norme francaise)
• BS 5867 Part 2, Type B/Type C (British Standard)
• B-s1 EN13501 (European Norm)
• Class 1 UNI VF 8456 (Ente Nazionale Italiano di Unificazione)
• NFPA 701 (US Norm)

This video simulates a fire in a child’s room, comparing the effects of FR fabrics with non-FR fabrics.