The Sovico-based fabric maker has extended five long-standing collections with flame-retardant versions that keep natural fibers in the mix. The fabrics are made in Italy and are certified against several international fire-safety standards, aimed at shipyards, designers and interior professionals who need natural materials with documented performance.
What the new range includes
The collection comprises five fabrics: Alaska F.R., Caleido F.R., CrissCross F.R., Isi F.R. and Ossi F.R. Each is a flame-retardant version of an existing Parà design, and the range differs in composition, weight and intended use. Alaska F.R. is 100% cotton at 350 g/m² and suits vertical blinds, suspended ceilings and drapes. Caleido F.R. blends 63% cotton with 37% linen at 430 g/m² and is aimed at upholstered furniture, seating, headboards and wardrobes.
Two other options cover different priorities. CrissCross F.R. is made from 100% pre-consumer recycled cotton recovered from spinning waste, weighs 510 g/m² and is intended for upholstery and seating. Isi F.R. and Ossi F.R. are both 100% linen: Isi, at 510 g/m², is designed for curtains, suspended ceilings and drapes, while the lighter Ossi, at 370 g/m², is chosen for its transparency and ability to filter natural light.
Standards and what they cover
The variants are certified as compliant with several international standards, including the IMO FTP Code Parts 7-8, EN 1021 Parts 1-2, BS 5852, California TB-117, NFPA 701 and UNI 9175. In the marine sector, the IMO FTP Code sets fire-performance requirements for materials used in vessel interiors. Because each standard applies to specific end uses and jurisdictions, buyers should confirm which one governs their project before specifying a fabric.
Production control and availability
Parà says it controls the full production cycle, from spinning and weaving to dyeing and finishing, which the company presents as a way to keep technical specifications consistent. Each fabric is offered in a colour chart of 24 shades. The range is positioned for professional buyers, and the supplied information does not include retail pricing or individual consumer sales channels.