2026 marks a significant year for Wilson Fabrics as we proudly celebrate 100 years of Australian quality in home furnishing textile. From a small venture founded by Arthur G. Wilson in 1926, we’ve grown into one of Australia’s leading soft furnishing wholesalers, supplying premium drapery, blind and sheer fabrics worldwide.
Our story has always been woven locally. Still 100% Australian owned, Wilson Fabrics continues to design and manufacture all our coated blind and drapery fabrics right here at home, supporting local jobs and communities.
From our fully vertically integrated mill in Wangaratta, Victoria, we control every stage of production to deliver consistent quality our customers can rely on.
Across a century we’ve embraced change – from evolving interior trends to new coating technologies – while staying true to the values of quality, reliability and service that built our reputation. As an Australian Made licensee since 2010, we’re proud to stand behind products that combine trusted performance with long lasting style.
In 2026, we’re not just celebrating our past. We’re looking ahead – continuing to innovate, collaborate and bring beautiful, functional fabrics to Australian and global windows for the next 100 years.
Wilson Fabrics Historical timeline
1926
Wilson Fabrics founded by Arthur G. Wilson
Began with wholesaling of Australian made and European decorative woven fabrics for drapery and interior use
1930s-1940s
Expansion in woven product range with sourcing of decorative fabrics globally and designed in Australia.
1950s
Sourcing of Australian Made Fabrics from Bruck Textiles
1960s
Industrial Scaling of Loom Capacity, transitioned from manual to semi-automated weaving technologies.
This included installing a NATA-certified textile-testing laboratory, ensuring rigorous quality standards.
1975
Introduced Narrow Width Blockout Coated Drapery Fabrics, marking a significant leap in fabric function by combining weaving with coating processes, addressing light control and insulation needs.
1978
Acquisition of Florence Broadhurst Archive
Wilson Fabrics acquired Florence Broadhurst’s original hand printed wallpaper screens and film positives, marking a significant expansion into wallcovering capabilities
1989
Introduced Wide Width Blockout Coated Drapery Fabrics
Vertical Integration & Quality Control – weaving, dyeing, finishing, coating — performed in-house via their fully vertical mill setup.
1998
Introduced Jacquard Weaving, allowing for complex woven textures and patterns.
2000
Began producing roller blind fabrics (both blockout and translucent), broadening product range and scale.
2002
Consolidation in Wangaratta – Relocated warehouse and some manufacturing operations from Sydney to the Wangaratta mill, streamlining logistics and reducing lead times.
2010
Australian Made Accreditation
Secured the licence to use the Australian Made logo across products, underscoring local manufacturing credentials.
2015
Expanded to Global Market – USA & Europe
2018
Invested in NEW High-Speed Looms, boosting efficiency and production resilience.
2023
Launched “Whitsundays” – the first Australian-made sheer designed for fine drapery with coastal-inspired aesthetics.
2024
Launched COLOUR FLOW – a colour coordinated range of drapery and blind fabrics, highlighting weaving and manufacturing expertise.