Overview

The 1,600 textile furnishings mills in the US manufacture non-apparel textile-based products, including floor coverings, window treatments, and household linens. Household linens include bedspreads, blankets, comforters, cushions, napkins, pillowcases, pillows, placemats, quilts, sheets, slipcovers, shower curtains, tablecloths, and towels. Customers include distributors and retailers. Carpet and rug mills also sell to builders, interior decorators, and designers.

The Fashion Element In Household Textiles

Fashion trends and fads have become a critical factor in driving demand for curtains, drapes and household linens.

Competition From Imports

Imports dominate the curtain, drape, and household linen categories, and account for about 75% of the US market.