Fabric manufacturer Sunbrella has introduced its first nonwoven seating fabric for marine environments.
The new fabric, called Sunbrella Horizon, has been specially designed to resist bacterial staining, cold-cracking, excess stretching and fading.
The new collection debuted at the Miami International Boat Show in Florida, US, held on 14-18 February.
“Sunbrella identified a need for a soft, longer-lasting upholstery for the marine market, and we felt it essential to carry the brand’s technical expertise through this new product line,” says Bill McDaniel, marine market manager for Sunbrella.
“We invested in extensive research and developed a solution that extends the brand’s legendary performance into a new nonwoven line. We’re thrilled to take a bold step in bringing a new product to the marine market that’s backed by the Sunbrella brand promise.”
This four-way stretch textile is offered in two distinct embossing patterns and a wide array of colours.
The product features resistance to excess stretching and its recovery capability prevents puddling. The Horizon line is also waterproof and bleach cleanable to prevent common boat stains such as mould, mildew and salt residue.
Sunbrella Horizon withstands life on the water, including consequences from the pinking effect. It is backed by a three-year warranty against bacterial staining, a first for marine vinyl products. In addition, Sunbrella Horizon carries a five-year warranty against loss of strength and colour, plus resistance to mildew and atmospheric chemicals.
Horizon is available in 54-inch width beginning in April 2019.
