Polyurethane Foams

Polyurethane foam is one of the most widely used materials in our modern world. Developed originally during World War II as a replacement for rubber, polyurethane foam uses rapidly grew out of the war applications they were designed for. Whether transformed into roller blade wheels, insulation, elastic fiber, cushion foam or mattress foam, polyurethane foam has single handedly revolutionized a number of industries by bringing costs down and increasing durability.

One of the more impressive everyday uses of polyurethane foam is in couch and seat cushions. Not only does it serve as an excellent outdoor cushion foam because of its ability to allow water to pass through it rather than stagnate, it also is an appealing for indoor furniture because of its comfort and lifespan. Today's polyurethane foam will retain its form and cushiness, likely outlasting the life of your couch, chair or mattress!

Another superior benefit of polyurethane foam is it allows for more affordable alternatives to natural resources like latex rubber. When used in economy mattresses, for example, polyurethane foam provides remarkable comfort in varying firmnesses that will last for years. It can also be used in combination with other foams, such as Talalay latex, providing a strong base for people looking for at least a few inches of memory foam or latex foam at the surface of their mattress. The Carmel Mattress is a perfect example of this kind of usage.

The environmental benefits of PU foams are significant: increased energy efficiency and reduced product weight of all automotive foamed and moulded components.

Rigid polyurethane foam demonstrates versatility both through its physical strengths and mechanical properties. These qualities enable it to be used in a wide variety of multi-functional building products which combine insulation with load-bearing, sealing, impact resistance, weight and space-saving, together with ease of maintenance.