Rules & regulations
Fabric & Decorative Coverings / Materials
Fabrics and other decorative materials used for stand dressing must be flame-proofed or purchased already treated by use of an approved chemical. Suitable samples of materials shall be submitted for approval or documentary evidence provided. Materials may be tested on site to ensure that they comply.
Untreated wallpaper and similar thin surface finishes, not exceeding 1mm in thickness, may be accepted, provided they are fixed firmly with an approved adhesive.
Artificial silk flowers are acceptable providing they have been fireproofed and are marked as such or are accompanied with supporting documentation.
Materials must comply with the following standards:
- British Standards: BS 5438 or BS EN ISO 6940 and 6941
- Spanish, M Class or European Standards: BS EN 13501: Class M1 or Euroclasses A1, A2 or B
