Welcome to 2023! From all of us at Trivantage^®, we hope your new year is filled with new projects, new partnerships, and new opportunities for you to practice your craft and make your customers’ visions reality.

You chose Trivantage for a variety of reasons in 2022, but there were a few products that took the spotlight. Here are the fabrics, marine hardware, and awning services that made the top four last year:

• Marine Shade Fly – Create easy shade with our Marine Shade Fly premium boat shade poles, customizable fabrics, and hardware. With a hand-selected offering of shade fly supplies, Trivantage makes it easy to purchase everything you need to meet your customers’ needs, including pick-and-choose adjustable pole sets, fabric, and hardware.
• Sunbrella^® Upholstery – Add style and long-lasting comfort to any space with Sunbrella upholstery fabrics (pictured). These high-quality fabrics are designed to withstand the elements and everyday use, making them perfect for both indoor and outdoor use.
• PrintCraft™ Awnings – With as little as 5 yards, PrintCraft delivers unlimited shade fabric customization through a single source. Backed by a 5-year limited warranty from Glen Raven, PrintCraft provides full customization, for both personal and commercial applications, with multiple fabric width options.
• Aqualon^® Edge – Aqualon Edge is the next generation in multi-use, high-quality boat cover fabric. Powered by cutting-edge Perfecta Marine® technology, Aqualon Edge marine fabric reduces heat gain caused by UV rays, which keeps surfaces and interior temperatures cool, and is perfect for boat covers and enclosures. Northern Customs is but one partner who has turned to Aqualon Edge for new marine projects.

Which projects will take the spotlight in 2023? Stay tuned to Market Corner each month, and be sure to share your project details with your Trivantage sales representative along the way. We look forward to highlighting your successes.

We are excited to introduce Visilite AR, offered exclusively from Trivantage and featuring all the benefits you've come to expect from the Visilite brand. The 60-mil, rigid polycarbonate sheets provide excellent optical clarity and are abrasion-resistant on both sides. As the brand's newest addition, this high-quality product has been field tested for over a year, and we've worked to ensure that a secure and steady supply is available to our customers.

Visilite AR polycarbonate sheets are ideal for marine enclosures, among other marine applications. The benefits of polycarbonate include:

• Smooth and wrinkle-free appearance
• Low distortion for optical clarity
• Sew-ability
• Longer lifetime, resisting yellowing and crazing

The product is in stock and ready to ship for your next project. If you have any questions or need additional information, please call your local sales representative or contact us at 1-800-786-1876.

There’s still time to save! Trivantage is offering new lower prices so you can take advantage of incredible specials on our designer upholstery fabrics, hardware, thread, trim and cord, and associated fabric and textiles.

You won’t want to miss an opportunity to shop more than 425 products competitively priced at unprecedented discounts, some in limited quantities. Save big on Sunbrella fabric, awning, upholstery, marine fabric, hardware, and more. These deals are available in limited quantities and won’t last long! We have a great selection over a variety of departments, so be sure to view each item’s product page to see discount details.

For more information, please contact your sales representative, browse trivantage.com, or call us at 800-786-1876.

It’s time to shake off the winter blues and save big from Trivantage:

• Sunbrella^® fabric ✔️
• Awning and marine fabric ✔️
• Tools and hardware ✔️

Save up to 90% on 150+ Sunbrella products and up to 84% on nearly two dozen awning and marine products. For tools and hardware, save up to 80% on 65+ items. There’s also “last chance” savings of up to 92% off 70+ options across all of our offerings.

All told, 300+ products are available at huge discounts, so shop Trivantage clearance today while supplies last!

In recent years, sustainable fabrics from earth-conscious manufacturers have become increasingly popular. These materials aren’t just some trend - they represent a movement towards a more eco-friendly and ethically responsible future for current and future generations.

But what exactly makes a fabric “sustainable,” and how can consumers and designers make more informed and eco-conscious choices? We’ll answer these questions below and offer greater insight into the ins and outs of sustainable fabrics, including their benefits, certifications, and the best brands offering eco-friendly fabrics today.

What Makes a Fabric Sustainable?

Generally speaking, fabric sustainability standards are determined by investigating several factors. That includes how the raw materials were sourced, produced, and their overall impact on the environment. Here are a few key aspects to consider:

• Use of Natural or Recycled Materials: Sustainable fabrics usually come from natural sources (organic cotton, hemp, bamboo, etc.), or they’re made from recycled materials like recycled polyester or even upcycled cotton.
• Low Environmental Impact: This can include considerations like using less water to make the fabric, minimal/non-existent chemical treatments, and reduced carbon emissions during the production process.
• Ethical Manufacturing Processes: Ensuring fair labor practices and safe working conditions permeate throughout the entire manufacturing process is absolutely crucial.
• Biodegradability and Recyclability: Fabrics that can be composted or recycled at the end of their life cycle contribute to a closed-loop system. This helps to reduce waste and promote a more sustainable future.

If you’re worried about the authenticity of a manufacturer’s claims, you can look for certifications like the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), OEKO-TEX, and Fair Trade — all of which play a very significant role in verifying the sustainability labels placed on fabrics.

These certifications show consumers that the fabrics have gone through the rigors, and meet incredibly stringent environmental and social criteria throughout the production process.

Benefits of Choosing Sustainable Fabrics

Choosing sustainable fabrics isn’t just about the social implications. This decision comes with many additional benefits, like:

• Environmental Preservation: Choosing eco-friendly fabrics allows us to positively contribute to the preservation of our beautiful planet.
• Health and Safety: In most cases, sustainable fabrics don’t have harmful chemicals. This makes them safer for both the environment and the people who wear or use them.
• Quality and Durability: Eco-friendly fabrics aren’t just beneficial for the earth. In many cases, they’re a high-quality, long-lasting investment for yourself.
• Supporting Ethical Practices: When you choose proven sustainable fabrics, you’re voicing your support for fair labor practices while also contributing to the welfare of workers in the textile industry across the globe.

Brands That Offer Sustainably Made Fabric Options

Finding fabric options that are made sustainably isn’t always easy. Choosing Trivantage makes that process easier. Below are some of the top brands we offer that are committed to sustainability and carry fabrics made with eco-friendliness in mind.

Sunbrella^®

Sunbrella is renowned for its commitment to sustainability, evident in its range of durable, high-quality fabrics as well as its fabric & scrap recycling program Recycle My Sunbrella. Offering customers an opportunity to save Sunbrella, FIRESIST^®, Dickson^® Collection, Exceed^™, and Hydrofend^® fabric* from entering landfills, their approach allows for recycling, reuse, and waste reduction. Not to mention, Sunbrella fabrics are designed for longevity, reducing the need for frequent replacements and thus minimizing environmental impact.

Check out some of Sunbrella’s sustainably made collections and products:

• Sunbrella RETWEED Collection by Richard Frinier: A line of performance fabrics containing up to 93% recycled content. Browse vintage tweed-inspired, mid-century modern designs with the textured appearance of hand-loomed textiles where no two rolls are alike.
• Sunbrella ReMade: The latest Sunbrella initiative to engage in long-term, sustainable solutions to minimize their impact & decrease their carbon footprint. Consumers of all kinds can shop ready-made textile products for the dining room and kitchen, durable tote bags, and beautiful wall hangings all made from reclaimed Sunbrella material.

GALE Pacific

For a long time, this company has championed sustainability and contributed to a healthier environment. Their current quest to implement a closed loop recycling program will not only eliminate adding to landfills, but can convert reclaimed product material into new material. GALE Pacific’s Architectural Shade Fabric options all achieve Oeko-Tex Standard 100, plus Greenguard children and school certification.

Not only is Gale Pacific committed to eco-friendly production, but it’s also focused on setting itself apart from its competition with innovative solutions. Some of Gale Pacific’s most popular fabrics made with sustainable practices include Commercial NinetyFive 340, Commercial DualShade 350, and Commercial Heavy 430.

Phifer

Phifer is a well-known & highly trusted manufacturer of screen, mesh, and sling fabrics. Committed to minimizing its impact on the environment, their manufacturing processes and finished products prioritize eco-friendliness.

From sling fabric that’s made from 100% recyclable material, to energy-saving sun control fabrics, these outdoor fabrics are GREENGUARD® certified, proving they meet strict environmental and health standards.

Serge Ferrari

A leader in the shade sail, structural fabric, and awning fabric industry since 1973, Serge Ferrari is always striving to do better with less material and less energy. From Soltis Proof 502 Awning Fabric, to Stamoid Marine Cover Fabric, Serge Ferrari prioritizes the reduction of weight within construction systems, reducing energy consumption.

Trivantage's Commitment to Sustainability

We take sustainability seriously at Trivantage. That’s why we use renewable energy for 100% of the power demanded by our facilities. Further, we’re always interested in bringing high-quality eco-friendly products to the market. In fact, we have designed more than one million pounds of recycled fabric since 2008.

Learn more about our commitment to sustainability today.