Monthly Archives: September 2009
What’s the best way to fix a cigarette burn in a car’s upholstery?
It’s burnt all the way to the foam and it really bothers me. First, stop smoking in your car, it’s bad on the smell and upholstery, and after long periods of time will stain your windows "foggy" but you can … Continue reading
How to cut foam mattress topper?
We have an old foam mattress topper that we want to use for cushions for our sailboat seats. What can I use to cut these cleanly and any tips would be appriciated. Thanks! depending on the thickness, you can cut … Continue reading
How do you replace an Ikea removable foam mattress cover after you get it off?
I have one of the Poang chairs with a "removable" cover that I took off and washed…however, getting the foam part back in the cover proved VERY difficult, the foam does not just slide back in. Now the pad in … Continue reading
Self inflating pads or closed cell foam alone?
which do you prefer? they both insulate from the ground but the self inflating pads are softer,yes? either but I like the self inflating pads…mine has several compartments that allow different adjustments for my back and hips…warm and soft…
Where can I buy some high-density PUR foam for modeling? What is the best density for begining users?
I am working on a project that involves creating body panels for an ATV. I’d like to model the panels full size with some high-density polyurethane foam, which I will then use as molds for the actual fiberglass panels. Where … Continue reading
Where can I get an ESD bag and foam rubber?
A return order requires me to use an ESD (electrostatic discharge) bag and also foam rubber inside the box. Where can I find this stuff? It’s usually the type of thing that you find inside the box of new hardware, … Continue reading
Brand new Samsung 40" LCD TV, white spots from foam packaging???
I just bought a Samsung 40" LCD TV yesterday. As soon as I turned it on I noticed white spots on the screen right where the foam packing had been on the top center edge and the bottom center edge … Continue reading
Does polyurethane foam used in pillows result in any cancerous instances?
We just bought some 100% polyurethane pillows and were wondering if they were going to affect our health. Thanks! First of all, no one knows what causes cancer. Second, if there was proof this did cause cancer do you really … Continue reading
Where can you buy foam that can be cut to custom fit to put mechanical or specific parts in a case or drawer?
I have to buy it in a store not online. I want maybe polyethylene or polyurethane. Here’s what I have in mind if my description wasn’t coherent: http://www.amcases.com/images/FoamInsert.jpg http://www.onboard.tv/images/product_images/camera-kit-img01.jpg http://shashinki.com/shop/images/PLC-1600-BLK.jpg Try one of those arts and craft stores, here in … Continue reading
What the difference between foam and without foam seals on swim goggles?
I know what is a foam seal but what’s point is there? And which one is best for keep the water out of your eyes? Foam seals do if fact dry up after a while but plastic seals (PVC) have … Continue reading