Abstract: A decorative pleatable material adapted for the fabrication of pleated shades is described. The material is comprised of a pleatable fabric having a decorative resin coat containing desired pigment adhered to the face of the fabric by means of a polyurethane layer embedded in the structure of the fabric. The decorative resin coat is overlaid with a top-coat that prevents blocking during pleating. A preferred top-coat is comprised of a film forming cellulose derivative containing amorphous fumed silica. A film transfer strip for producing the decorative pleatable material is also described.

Abstract: An improved release medium is disclosed for use in the production of decorative laminates by pressure consolidation. The release medium comprises a self-sustaining release sheet having at least one of its surfaces coated with a composition comprised of mineral particles dispersed in a resinous matrix. The release medium may be used to apply an abrasion-resistant coating to the surface of a decorative laminate during production of the laminate by pressure consolidation.