This company is launching a collection of 59 fabrics - from fancy florals to superb solids and spectacular stripes, all distinguished by intricate weaves and subtle patterns.  Resistant to water, mildew, and sunlight, these 100 percent solution-dyed textiles are perfect for summertime fun.  Giati is also expanding its collection of elegant handcrafted teak dinging tables, notable for smooth inlaid surfaces and slatted detailing.  Available with either round or square tops, the sturdy tables will fit a party of eight.  What better excuse to start planning one?  giati.com

We're mad for plaid.  Especially when it comes to the grid-like Pascal, in 16 colorways ranging from stately neutrals to earth-tones enlivened by strokes of orange or purple.  Made from DuPont Antron nylon, Pascal coordinates with the company's existing Fifi, Henri, and Portia patterns. karastancontract.com

Naturali, a line of bronze-colored high-pressure plastic laminates, puts an upscale, decidedly un-crunchy spin on nature. Sheets measure 4 by 10 feet. 60 West Sheffield Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631; 800-228-2238; abetlaminati.com.

Take a trip to Savile Row—sans the transatlantic flight. The dapper Arles 1118 houndstooth, a contract- and hospitality-weight upholstery linen, is available in Lamp Black and Soft White. 308 West Mill Street, Plainville, KS 67663; 785-434-7200; classicclothfabrics.com.

The Structures line leverages this company's reputation for beautiful fabric—and commitment to high performance: Selections all exceed 50,000 double rubs. Available in a smorgasbord of over 100 colorways. 256 Washington Street, Mount Vernon, NY 10553; 914-665-0800; bergamofabrics.com.

Hand-embroidered flowering vines wend their way across the cotton backing of Crewelwork Madras. Delicate on the eyes, this traditional textile is also tough enough for upholstery use. 75 Spring Street, New York, NY 10012; 212-226-4747; georgesmith.com.

Just in time for summer, 18 sizzling laminates in thermalfused melamine arrive on the scene in racy colors. Papier, inspired by rice paper, and Marrakesh, channeling Morocco, are two of our favorite patterns. 8339 Telegraph Road, Odenton, MD 21113; 800-638-4380; nevamar.com.

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Naugahyde's cachet has increased immeasurably, thanks to divine vinyls such as Chameã. Able to withstand 250,000 Wyzenbeeks cycles, this simulated leather may prove more durable than the real thing. 1001 North Main Street, Suite 6, Nappanee, IN 46550; 877-628-4248; naugahyde.com.

In his new wool-based upholstery fabrics, Michael Vanderbyl imbues bold geometry with contemporary flair. The Latitude 38 collection's four patterns are offered in a full complement of 36 colors—lights, darks, and everything between. 2415 Third Street, Suite 280, San Francisco, CA 94107; 415-252-7125; lunatextiles.com.

Life's a picnic with Garden Party, a collection of Crypton textile patterns bursting with vibrant coloration. Witness the brilliant Sparklers, in dramatic Blue Lagoon. 518 Old Thomasville Road, High Point, NC 27260; 800-882-4720; paulbraytondesigns.com.

Snappy, tailored Oxford wall covering, made of environmentally friendly Type II nylon, is sure to dress up any room in "green"—not to mention 13 fashionable color options. 150 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-807-6300; innovationsusa.com.

Spirited and architectural, Manuel Canovas's Pagoda takes flight to a fanciful Chinese landscape. The cotton or velvet print comes in four eye-catching colors. 111 Eighth Avenue, Suite 930, New York, NY 10011; 212-647-6900.

Sheer perfection in Trevira CS and polyester, Tratto by Kvadrat is one of 11 new window-covering patterns for spring. Fabrics in the collection are available in over 600 colorways, all 118 inches wide. 251 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10010; 800-645-3943; maharam.com.

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Inspired by the corrugations of antique smoking boxes, Zenith manages to be starkly linear and softly textured at the same time, thanks to a matrix of vertical embossing and three-dimensional lines in soft, warm tones. 2600B Steeles Avenue West, Concord, Ontario L4K 3C8, Canada; 905-738-7313.

Stunning Styx only looks delicate—this fire-retardant solid sheer is woven from sturdy 100 percent Trevira CS. 485 Broadway, New York, NY 10013; 212-925-2777; 800-366-4442; donghia.com.

Textile maestro Mark Pollack has partnered with Dutch fabric company De Ploeg to produce practical fabric packed with panache. The six new patterns in wool and wool-cotton come in 57 colors. 150 Varick Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-627-7766; pollackassociates.com.

The exotic just got closer to home. From the South Seas collection comes Mariana, a wooden matchstick shade woven with cotton yarn. Like its siblings-made from bamboo, rattan, and other tropical woods and natural reeds-the treatment utilizes heavy-duty cord lock and smooth roll-up devices. Motorization is also available in both roller and Roman configurations. 1 Hayes Street, Elmsford, NY 10523; 212-752-1140; windowmodes.com.

Oolong's designers stand by their mandate: "Play a little every day." Some errant doodling on the computer led them to 'Oolong'-a hybrid of radiating lines, loopy shapes and textures that conspires to form an alluring visual rhythm of tone on tone. Tri-Kes/Wallcovering Source,11123 Shady Trail, Dallas TX 75229; 800-200-8120; tri-kes.com.

Poetic and enduring, Jun-ichi Arai's textile collection is woven with polyphenylene sulfide and claims to withstand temperatures up to 320 degrees. Utilizing the same technology used for industrial pollutant filtration, these ethereal fabrics are anything but delicate. Gallery Gen, 158 Franklin Street, New York, NY 10013; 212-226-7717; gallerygen.com.

Fashion icon Stephen Sprouse teamed with Suzanne Tick to suffuse these two drapery fabrics with hints of street grit and high art. Static Screen's striations are inspired by a blank television, and forsake Knoll's traditional nubbly wool for bold metallic silver. 105 Wooster Street, New York NY 10012; 212-343-4000; knolltextiles.com.

Alternating chunky clear, transparent, and white yarns, Krystal Weave allows light to filter into a space while providing visual privacy. 32 Union Square East, Suite 216, New York, NY 10003; 212-254-7501.

Diminutive, Indian-inspired patterns in bold but pretty colors are the company's stock in trade. Rajmata, Jaipur, and Udaipur are elegant permutations of Indian prints that can mix well together or stand on their own. 909 North Orlando Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90069; 323-848-9900; peterdunham.com.

Pushing the definition of wallcoverings, Ceramic is better described as an installation. Thousands of hand-thrown ceramic discs, assembled in no certain order to form organic compositions. 739 Fulton Street, Brooklyn, NY 11217; 718-858-1929; jpricharddesign.com.

Snap, at once pleasingly geometric and nicely rough around the edges, is a hand-silk-screened print on acrylic-coated paper. Endless patterns of circles in varying shades of bronze, gold, and pewter impart metallic shimmer and add glamour to all the repetition. 578 Nepperhan Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10701; 914-476-0619.

Independence derives its depth and sheen from a number of minerals and stones, ground powder-fine and fused onto the paper's vinyl medium. It's then hand-screened and layered with acrylic stains. 44-39 Purvis Street, Long Island City NY 11101; 718-361-8181.