Alonso Mercader and light: innovation in technical textiles with lasting protection
At Alonso Mercader, we know that light is a source of energy, but also a challenge for professional upholstery. Just as engineer Theodore H. Maiman revolutionized science in 1960 by creating the first laser beam, we have turned light management in technical textiles into a key innovation for extending their useful life and maintaining their performance in the most demanding environments.
The laser, initially a scientific breakthrough with a pink ruby crystal, soon became a symbol of power and technology in popular culture thanks to the Jedi Knights of Star Wars.
At Alonso Mercader, we work with light from a different perspective: not as a weapon, but as an element to be controlled and neutralized. Our advanced technical treatments protect textiles from UV radiation, photodegradation, and chemical agents, offering UV resistance to ensure durability and aesthetics in sectors such as contract and hospitality, catering and nautical, furniture and transportation, aviation and healthcare, and communities (cinemas, gyms, theaters, spas).
Alonso Mercader’s innovation is reflected in collections that can withstand the effects of light without compromising aesthetics:
Each fabric is the result of our commitment as a technical manufacturer of innovative textiles, adapting tailor-made solutions for architects, interior designers, upholsterers, and specifiers.
Our technical treatments not only provide resistance, they also respond to the challenges of sustainability. We reduce environmental impact with more efficient processes, ensuring that each collection is both functional and responsible.
Thus, light protection in technical textiles becomes an added value for professionals seeking performance, durability, and design in a single product.
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