Fabrics 101 - technical & practical aspects of selecting beautiful sustainable fabrics

IDCEC accredited for 0.2 CEU

# IDC 30085 Subject Code: 2 – Interior Design, Length: 2 hours, Classification: Basic, Designation: General

Your clients are questioning or even demanding ‘green’ and they expect you to know so much more than the 101 basics. Which natural and synthetic fibres are considered ‘green’ and why? What is ‘green’ upholstery foam and should you be specifying it? How can you select a flame retardant fabric without the toxic consequences? When is a fabric claim ‘greenwashing’ and when can you rely on it with confidence? What is third party certification and which ones apply to interior design textiles?

You want straightforward unbiased information on all aspects of green fabrics! Learning about the technical sustainability criteria for selecting fibres, construction, finishing and care is important for your professional practice, your client’s health and for the environment. Dayle combines her LEED® AP, interior design teaching, applied science degree and decades of experience in this fast-paced 2 hour seminar.

Overview:

'Fabrics 101' is an information seminar that looks at the use of fabrics in design, from an environmental impact perspective. The session helps clarify ‘green’ or sustainable terms commonly in use today and provides practical approaches for choosing the right fabric solution that will meet the varying needs of the design client beautifully while minimizing environmental impact.

Excellent, informative and presented very well. Great natural educator."

Bette Jane Jelly, Etobicoke, ON

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