The foam sector, like many others, has its own lingo. If a consumer does not understand an important word, it may be difficult for them to make an informed purchase. In this blog, we are going to discuss major terminology used in foam and upholstery industries in Northern Beaches.
Anti-microbial Foam: To block the growth and spread of bacteria, a viscoelastic form of foam is made using natural antimicrobial inhibitors. Memory and Latex foam are two forms of these foam materials.
Acoustical Foam: For acoustic transfer, an open or closed-cell foam is utilised. Sound waves will be deadened and their amplitude reduced as a result of this foam’s absorption or reversal of acoustical direction.
Airflow: The capacity to pass air through an open-cell foam structure or the inability to pass air through the closed-cell structure. Air may move freely through larger open-cell foams, resulting in a cooler surface.
Anti-static foam: A kind of polyurethane foam that contains a surfactant to provide its anti-static qualities. It’s usually pink in hue and is frequently used to properly convey electrical components without causing friction.
Bonding: Creating a lamination between layers of foams or glueing foam ends and other materials to foam. Bonding foam to other materials or foam is done through spray adhesives, paint, and glues.
Closed-cell: Open-cell foam’s polar opposite. Closed-cell foam has high tensile strength and is extremely long-lasting. It’s made to absorb a lot of impacts and keep you warm in the winter. Closed-cell foam is non-absorbent to water, floats, and is resistant to petroleum chemicals.
Attenuation: The force affected and reflected when energy flows through the foam is measured. A harder foam has more attenuation and a higher energy stopping force than soft foam.
Back cushion: A softer foam that can give support while also collapsing without flattening when pressure is applied. Foam isn’t the only cushioning utilised in back cushions; polyester fibre and down feathers are also popular.
Cloth-backed foam: Fabric that is sewn to the foam. Fabric is often bonded to the facing side of half-inch thick foam. It may be found in the headlines of automobiles. It’s also utilised in sitting foam, where cloth is attached to the fabric and the backside is sewn through the cloth and fabric to create a channel design.
The importance of foam terminologies is huge. This blog will help to alleviate all constraints & offer customers quick access to definitions of the several foam and upholstery terminology.
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