Study: Flame-Retardant Foams Ignite

[TheHogRing]

You may be under the impression that the types of foam your upholstery shop uses are flame retardant. But according to a recent study overseen by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, many flame-retardant foams ignite just as quickly and intensely as regular foam - a safety issue we should all be concerned about.

Check it out: http://tinyurl.com/7k5cuza

[ahkahn]

Yeah, I saw that article in the Tribune.  I think this is the beginning of a huge issue coming to the forefront.  The downside is that it will negatively affect all of us.  Either they will outlaw certain types of materials (most of what we use) or they will require more stringent testing and certification (significant price increases to our industry). 

-Andrew

[gene]

Never mind.