4th March 2026
Interweave’s Range of Slide Sheets for Safe Patient Handling
Discover our range of slide sheets designed for safe patient handling in hospitals, care homes, and other healthcare settings.
7th January 2026
Interweave’s Top Products for Healthcare & Care Facilities in 2025
This blog reviews Interweave’s top-performing products for healthcare and care facilities in 2025, highlighting solutions designed to enhance patient comfort and maintain high standards of care.
17th December 2025
Look Back at 2025 with Interweave
Look back at 2025 with us as we reflect on the moments that shaped our year, we’re proud to share the highlights that brought our team together and pushed us forward.
26th November 2025
Prepare For A Winter Road Trip With THERMARMOUR
Winter adventures are full of Christmas excitement and magic, but before you hit the road, preparation is everything. Cold weather can be unpredictable and may lead to hypothermia, so having the right gear is essential to stay safe and warm on your trip. Here’s our ultimate winter road trip checklist to stay safe and avoid hypothermia.
21st October 2025
What Are The Benefits of Polycotton?
In healthcare, where comfort, hygiene, and reliability are non-negotiable, polycotton delivers on all fronts. It offers the breathability and softness that staff need for comfort, the strength and cleanliness that patients expect, and the cost-effectiveness that administrators appreciate.
25th September 2025
Interweave take part in Macmillan’s Coffee Morning
In this blog, we share how the Interweave Textiles team came together to take part in Macmillan’s Coffee Morning. From baking treats to raising donations, the event was a chance to enjoy tasty treats while supporting a vital cause. Every pound raised helps Macmillan provide essential care and support for people living with cancer.
28th August 2025
Why Children’s Textiles Matter In Hospital Wards
Textiles in children’s wards play a bigger role than we often realise. From bright, playful designs that ease anxiety to soft fabrics that provide comfort, children gowns help create a more welcoming environment for young patients. This blog explores how the right textiles make a meaningful difference in paediatric healthcare.
4th August 2025
Falls Prevention in Ageing Populations
Falls are a leading risk for older adults, threatening independence and well-being. This blog explores how Interweave Textiles’ smart solutions like non-slip socks, adaptive clothing, and easy-care bedding that support falls prevention. With comfort, dignity, and mobility at the core, our products help older adults stay safer and more self-sufficient at home.
22nd July 2025
Provision of Healthcare for Children in Hospital
Discover the latest data on child hospital admissions, vaccination rates, and oral health—plus practical resources for parents and carers navigating hospital care.
11th July 2025
Why is it Important to Encourage Patients to Move? #EndPJParalysis
The #EndPJParalysis campaign promotes patient movement during hospital stays to prevent muscle loss and improve recovery. Improved mobility has shown benefits including fewer falls, better nutrition, and improved wellbeing in older adults. Encouraging mobility helps shorten hospital stays and supports physical and mental health.
16th June 2025
What Is Patient-Centred Care?
Explore the principles and benefits of Patient-Centred Care, leading to better outcomes and improved patient satisfaction.
7th June 2025
Men’s Health Week
This Men’s Health Week, we explore a variety of ways to support men’s health. From mental health awareness to preventive care and workplace wellness, we look at strategies hospitals can implement to prioritise men’s well-being.
6th June 2025
Interweave’s Host Afternoon Tea with FTCT: Partnership with Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust
Interweave marks the relaunch of its partnership with the Fashion & Textile Children’s Trust (FTCT) across 4 UK locations. Uniting teams around a shared mission to support families in need within the fashion and textile industry.
12th February 2025
Annual Customer Satisfaction Survey 2024
Ten randomly-selected direct customers were surveyed again this year and we’re pleased to share our customer satisfaction scores with you.
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12th March 2024
How many hospital beds are there in the UK [Updated March 2024]
This article explores data relating to hospital bed numbers. In particular, how many hospital beds are there in the UK, how many beds per capita and the average number of beds per hospital.
12th March 2024
Charity event to raise vital funds for local homeless charity
A team of three staff from Interweave Healthcare braved the elements to sleep outdoors for one night to raise funds for local charity, Happy Days UK.
22nd February 2024
Interweave takes part in a fundraising event
We are raising funds for the homeless via charity Happy Days. Fundraising event Big Sleepout March 2024. Hypothermia prevention will be key! Find out more
28th November 2023
Preventing hypothermia
Prevent hypothermia by using passive warming blankets, poncho and hand warmers. Act before it's too late. Used by medical and emergency teams.
22nd November 2023
Top recommendations: Winter blankets
Find the best winter blankets to get you through the extreme cold months. Here are our top recommendations.
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4th August 2023
How many hospitals in the UK [Updated August 2023]
Many people wonder how many hospitals there are in the UK. Some websites state the answer is 168, but this is far from the real picture.
30th January 2023
What do other customers buy? Best selling products in 2022
Wondering what healthcare textile products other people buy? Find out which size & colour they buy, how much they spend and more.
17th January 2023
2023 will be a year of continued growth & expansion
Find out more about the upgrades & launches that dominated 2022 for our company. An exciting annual review, we share some of the changes with you.
2nd March 2022
9 tips for organising a video shoot
We share our experiences of planning a video shoot and give you 9 tips to help you organise a smooth, hassle-free video production for your company. From how to plan your strategy to booking models and more.
16th September 2021
Press release: Welcoming Orvecare into the group
Interweave Textiles Ltd is pleased to announce the purchase of Orvecare, a Hull-based healthcare and emergency services supply manufacturer.
1st July 2021
Is healthcare on demand a game changer?
Patients expect quick access to healthcare these days. Is healthcare on demand going to be the game changer everyone hopes it will be?
23rd March 2021
Interweave maintains Level 3 LSAS
Interweave Textiles has maintained Level 3 Labour Standards Assurance System (LSAS) for the 3rd year running. Find out what this means and why it's important.
10th November 2020
Decrease in work related injury in 2020
UK work related injuries were down 6% in 2020. Has the Covid-19 pandemic caused this change? We investigate.
12th October 2020
Covid shielding caused increase in elderly people falling
NHS hospitals are saying that there’s been an increase in “falls patients” in recent weeks. The majority of these patients are elderly falling at home, whilst shielding from Covid-19.
16th September 2020
Focus on the Dignity Gown
We designed the Dignity Gown to help healthcare providers offer dignity in patient care. Find out how this gown was developed with help from nursing staff.
15th September 2020
Donation to Overgate Hospice
Slide sheets & extension handles donated to Overgate Hospice in Elland. We're happy to help support their manual handling team.
11th May 2020
Wearing face coverings in public
We investigate the latest UK Government Covid-19 guidelines to the public to wear face coverings in some situations. Who does this apply to? Where does this apply? Find out.
21st April 2020
To Help You Care in a Crisis
As the coronavirus pandemic hit the UK, we rapidly adapted our working processes to continue delivering much-needed goods to the NHS. Find out more about the challenges we faced.
20th April 2020
Dedicated to Quality and Care
At the end of January 2020, the ISO auditors came to our HQ office for their annual visit and we are pleased to report that we passed ISO 9001 certification with flying colours, again!
31st March 2020
Caring for someone with coronavirus
Find out how to care for someone with coronavirus infection, including checking the symptoms, laundering bedding & disinfecting to protect others from the virus.
13th February 2020
Pallet Wrapping Innovations Reduce Plastic Use
Pallet wrapping is important, it ensures that customers receive goods in perfect condition. But we were using too much plastic.
6th February 2020
Well-designed hospital gowns – a game changer?
Inspired by concerns raised by an NHS Consultant, we explore what patients and medical staff think of hospital gowns. Is the old draughty gown past it’s sell by date?
31st January 2020
Interweave flexibility assists with coronavirus emergency
This morning, we despatched 300+ sets of critical healthcare textile supplies and set off to deliver to a hospital in time for the Wuhan coronavirus evacuees arriving. Read more.
17th December 2019
In hospital for Christmas
Find out what happens in UK hospitals over Christmas. Many healthcare staff are busy at work on Christmas Day, providing 24/7 care for patients.
16th December 2019
Raising Money for Save the Children
There were lots of clashing colours, too many snowmen, herds of reindeer and best of all we raised money for Save the Children UK. Read more about our Christmas Jumper Day fun.
22nd November 2019
Interweave hosts “A Day At The Museum”
The Society Of Hospital Linen Service & Laundry Managers meeting was hosted by Interweave Textiles, including an interesting visit to the Calderdale Industrial Museum.
19th November 2019
Carers Need Care Too: Support for Carers
Unpaid carers have an extremely difficult job. Many without much or any care for the carers. How do they cope? We investigate what support a carer would ideally have.
21st October 2019
Staff Interviews: 20 Years On
As part of our 20th Birthday celebrations, we were curious to see what the long-serving staff thought had changed within the company over the last 20 years.
9th October 2019
What was going on in the UK in October 1999?
Another article in our series of 20 years of Interweave. This article reminisces about the events of October 1999 – it wasn’t all Y2K related!
4th October 2019
Looking back at healthcare in 1999
We look back at UK healthcare in the 90s to review healthcare costs compared to life expectancy and more. Which events made the healthcare headlines in 1999?
1st October 2019
20 year anniversary – 20 things we’ve learnt
Interweave is 20 years old. But with a parent textile company dating back to 1863, we have the benefit of many more years experience. We share 20 lessons we’ve learnt in the last 20 years.
20th September 2019
What do UK care workers wear?
UK care workers, in both care home environments and in-home care roles, tend to wear a uniform. But what kind of uniform do care workers wear, you ask? We explain.
18th July 2019
Don’t Slip Up! Buy the Right Non-Slip Socks
Investigation into the top 3 best selling non slip hospital socks uk suppliers. This article compares the styles, the fits and the stickiness of each non slip sock.
28th June 2019
Infection control in care homes
Infection control in care homes is a serious concern for the elderly, especially for care home residents with dementia. How do you ensure that you don’t suffer an infection outbreak at your care home? We’ve prepared a brief guide and helpful links.
21st June 2019
Supporting the industry
Our Customer Services Manager, Tim Meadows, has been appointed the National Secretary of the Society of Hospital Linen Service Managers and Laundry Managers. Read about what the society does and how it benefits the healthcare textile industry,
13th June 2019
11 care home activities ideas
Stuck for ideas? Check our list of 11 care home activities ideas to find something new to do. Most care home residents appreciate activities that keep them active, sociable and entertained. This list contains a wide range of interesting activities from virtual reality immersion to musical playlist creation.
10th June 2019
Keeping Healthy this Men’s Health Week
Shockingly, one in every five men dies before he is old enough to retire! Factors ranging from poor diet, lack of exercise and a reluctance to ask for help all contribute to this issue. We ask the Interweave men what they do to keep healthy.
24th May 2019
Interesting notes on AI in healthcare
We summarised the current thinking on AI in healthcare, collated from leading sources. Read this to find out what the buzz is all about.
8th May 2019
Checklist: Patient Care After Hospital Discharge
Being discharged from hospital is a positive event but it can also be a stressful time for you, as well as your friends and family. We’ve collated a list of 8 things to help you plan how you’ll cope when you leave hospital care.
16th April 2019
Is polypropylene recyclable?
In short, generally yes, polypropylene is widely recyclable. However, many healthcare providers don't recycle it. We investigate into a recycling solution to see how this service works. We have outlined in this article why this is vital for hospitals and other healthcare providers.
5th March 2019
Interweave Achieves Level 3 LSAS
Interweave Textiles has just attained Level 3 Labour Standards Assurance System (LSAS) compliance, an important step for our company. Find out what this means and why it's important.
17th September 2018
What are Interfaith Gowns?
Interfaith gowns are a type of hospital patient gown, offered by hospitals to female patients who, for religious faith reasons, wish to remain covered up in public. UK hospital patient gown designs by Interweave Healthcare. Find out more
11th September 2018
8 top tips for organising a photoshoot
We share our experiences of organising a photoshoot and give you 8 tips to help you organise a smooth, hassle-free photo shoot yourself. How to choose photography models, picking a photoshoot location and more.
3rd September 2018
What will hospitals be like in 50 years
How will digital technology transform UK hospitals over the next 50 years? We speculate what futuristic hospitals will be like by 2068. Read more.
