FR Bedding

Wholesale Flame Retardant Bedding – BS 7175 Certified Safety & Comfort

Protect your establishment with BS 7175 certified flame retardant bedding manufactured for safety-critical environments. As a UK manufacturer and wholesale supplier, Absolute Home Textiles produces compliant FR duvets, pillows, sheets and covers using inherent and treated flame retardant fabrics. Designed for hotels, care homes, prisons and healthcare facilities, our bedding combines proven fire safety, durability and comfort with competitive bulk pricing.

Introduction

Flame retardant bedding plays a vital role in protecting lives and property in environments where fire risk must be strictly controlled. From healthcare facilities and care homes to hotels, prisons and institutional accommodation, compliant bedding is not optional — it is a legal and safety requirement.

At Absolute Home Textiles, we manufacture and supply BS 7175 certified flame retardant bedding engineered to meet the highest UK fire safety standards. Our products are designed to reduce fire spread, slow ignition and allow critical time for evacuation — without compromising comfort, durability or appearance.

Understanding Flame Retardant Fabrics

Flame retardant bedding falls into two primary categories, each offering distinct performance and economic benefits.

Inherent Flame Retardant (IFR) Fabrics

Inherent FR fabrics are manufactured using fibres that are naturally non-combustible. These fibres expand when exposed to heat, eliminating oxygen and preventing ignition.

Key advantages:

• Will not ignite under normal oxygen levels
  
  
• High Thermal Protective Performance (TPP)
  
  
• Flame retardancy lasts for the life of the fabric
  
  
• Superior thermal insulation and stability
  
  
• Ideal for high-risk environments
  
  

Inherent FR fabrics are widely used in prisons, detention centres, psychiatric hospitals and high-risk institutional settings where long-term safety performance is essential.

Treated Flame Retardant Fabrics

Treated FR fabrics begin as cotton or polycotton and are chemically treated after weaving to resist ignition.

Key advantages:

• Cost-effective alternative to inherent FR
  
  
• Lightweight and flexible
  
  
• Suitable for medium to low-risk environments
  
  
• Certified for a defined number of washes
  
  

While treated FR fabrics offer a shorter lifespan, they remain a practical and economical solution for hotels, holiday accommodation and care homes, provided laundering guidelines are followed.

How Flame Retardant Bedding Works

Unlike standard textiles that ignite rapidly, flame retardant bedding is engineered to burn slowly, self-extinguish, or form an insulating char when exposed to flame.

This controlled reaction:

• Limits fire spread
  
  
• Reduces heat build-up and flashover risk
  
  
• Provides vital evacuation time
  
  
• Protects both occupants and property
  
  

Fire retardant textiles significantly reduce the speed and severity of fires caused by common ignition sources such as cigarettes, candles or electrical faults.

BS 7175 Testing & Compliance

All our flame retardant bedding is rigorously tested to BS 7175 Source 7, the UK standard governing bedding fire safety in public and institutional environments.

Testing includes:

• Multiple ignition source simulations
  
  
• Variable temperature and humidity conditions
  
  
• Real-life fire scenario replication
  
  
• Independent laboratory certification
  
  

This ensures our bedding performs reliably across all regulated environments.

Where Flame Retardant Bedding Is Required

Fire retardant textiles are legally required in many public and contract settings, categorised by risk level:

High Risk:

• Prisons & detention centres
  
  
• Secure psychiatric facilities
  
  
• Oil rigs & specialist accommodation
  
  

Medium Risk:

• Care homes & nursing homes
  
  
• Hospitals & rehabilitation centres
  
  

Low Risk:

• Hotels & guest accommodation
  
  
• Holiday parks & serviced apartments
  
  

Using non-compliant bedding in these environments may breach fire safety regulations.

Our Flame Retardant Bedding Range

We stock and manufacture a comprehensive range of BS 7175 compliant bedding:

• Flame retardant duvet covers
  
  
• Fire resistant duvets
  
  
• FR pillows & pillowcases
  
  
• Flat sheets
  
  
• Fitted sheets
  
  
• Waterproof & FR bedding options
  
  

All products are available in multiple sizes, colours and specifications, with bespoke manufacturing available on request.

Waterproof & Flame Retardant Options

For environments where spills and hygiene risks are unavoidable, we offer waterproof flame retardant bedding.

Ideal for:

• Care homes
  
  
• Hospitals
  
  
• Prisons
  
  
• Children’s accommodation
  
  

These products protect mattresses and bedding while maintaining full BS 7175 compliance.

Why Choose Absolute Home Textiles

• UK manufacturer with full production control
  
  
• Industry leaders in flame retardant bedding
  
  
• BS 7175 Source 7 certified products
  
  
• Wholesale & bulk supply specialists
  
  
• Bespoke sizes and colours available
  
  
• Trusted by institutions worldwide
  
  

We balance safety, comfort, durability and cost, ensuring every establishment meets legal requirements without sacrificing quality.

Related Categories

• Flame Retardant Duvet Covers
  
  
• Flame Retardant Duvets
  
  
• Flame Retardant Pillows
  
  
• Waterproof Bedding
  
  
• Wholesale Bedding Packs
  
  
  

FAQs – Flame Retardant Bedding

Is flame retardant bedding legally required?

Yes. Many public, hospitality and institutional environments are legally required to use BS 7175 compliant bedding.

What is the difference between inherent and treated FR fabrics?

Inherent FR fabrics are permanently fire resistant for the life of the fabric, while treated FR fabrics rely on chemical treatments that diminish after repeated washing.

How long does treated flame retardancy last?

Treated FR fabrics are certified for a specific number of washes and must be laundered according to manufacturer instructions.

Are flame retardant bedding products comfortable?

Yes. Modern FR bedding is designed to feel soft, breathable and comfortable while maintaining safety performance.

Do you supply flame retardant bedding in bulk?

Absolutely. We specialise in wholesale and bulk supply for hotels, care homes, prisons and institutions, with bespoke options available.