Did you ever wonder why we flock the interiors of our Top Hats?  Even flat black paint can be somewhat reflective and can produce bounce.  The legendary Broadway and architectural lighting designer Jules Fisher requested that we develop a way to eliminate this bounce so the beam could be better controlled. Early methods included using sawdust glued to the interior of the top hat and painted black. That concept worked quite well, and we developed a more advanced process that utilized a black material that is flameproof and easier to apply. Designers understand the benefits of this and request it on most accessories.