X-Protect Wall
Backing To Apply Xorel Directly To A Wall (Paperbacked)
A proprietary backing technology that prevents stains and moisture from passing through textile to the wall
Application: Direct Glue Wallcovering - 52" Wide
- Water/Solvent/Diluted Bleach Cleanable
- Can also be cleaned with hospital grade disinfectant
- 100% water repellent
- Prevents bacterial and fungal "strike through" (important for health care use)
X-Protect Sit
Barrier Backing For All Upholstery Applications Including Seating, Headboards And Headwalls Where A Complete Barrier Is Required.
A proprietary technology that prevents stains and moisture from passing through textile to the foam
Application: All Upholstery - 54" Wide
- Water/Solvent/Diluted Bleach Cleanable
- Can also be cleaned with hospital grade disinfectant
- 100% water repellent
- Prevents bacterial and fungal "strike through" (important for health care use)
Unbacked Xorel
Xorel Without Backing For Panels (When No Adhesive Is Being Used)
Application: Wrapped, Tackable, Acoustical Panels - 56" Wide
- Water/Solvent/Diluted Bleach Cleanable
- Acoustical transparency (degree varies by pattern, measure by NRC test)
- Highly tackable, ability to self heal, yarns can "move back" into position
- Highly stable on panel - does not react to changes in humidity, moisture
Acrylic Backing
Provides A Coating To Enhance Adhesion And Prevent Bleed Through Of Adhesives
Application: Wall Panels (When Adhesive is Used) - 54" Wide
Heavy Acrylic Backing
Provides A Coating To Enhance Adhesion And Prevent Bleed Through Of Adhesives
Application: Wall Panels (When Adhesive Is Used) - 54" Wide
- Water/Solvent/Diluted Bleach Cleanable
- Preferred for heavier duty installs such as movable wall systems i.e. Modernfold
- Increases opacity of material
Non-woven Backing
Non-woven Backing
Provides A Coating To Enhance Adhesion And Prevent Bleed Through Of Adhesives
Application: Wall Panels (When Adhesive Is Used) - 54" Wide
- Water/Solvent/Diluted Bleach Cleanable
- Preferred for heavier duty installs such as movable wall systems i.e. Hufcor
- Increases opacity of material
Microventing
A Process Used To Produce A Breathable Material For Wallcoverings In Areas Where Moisture And High Humidity Are Present
Application: Direct Glue Wallcovering - 52" Wide
- Allows the moisture to pass through the material
- Not a guarantee against fungal growth but a precautionary measure
Related Resources
Myth Busters: Acoustical Panels
The “blow through test” is sometimes used as a preliminary way to evaluate acoustic transparency. The person evaluating the fabric blows through the fabric and if they are able to feel their breath on the other side, they consider the fabric acoustically transparent and suitable for acoustic panel use.
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