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can you paint polyurethane foam?

I’ve googled it but there isn’t much info. I am making a Flying Spaghetti Monster costume and I want to use those long packing noodles. But they are the wrong color. And the big ones for swimming pools are really … Continue reading

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How do I wash polyurethane foam cushions?

They are removable from my glider rocking chair. Can I put them in the washing machine and hang dry them? When we did something similar, we took the covers off (ours were removable, but if yours aren’t, don’t worry), put … Continue reading

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what is a better insulator for a basement of a bungalow 3lbs polyurethane foam or 1/2 lbs icynenen insulation?

Which ever the two is the thickest or has the highest R-Insulation value.

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what is polyurethane foam?

polyurethane is any polymer consisting of a chain of organic units joined by urethane links. It is widely used in flexible and rigid foams, durable elastomers and high performance adhesives and sealants, fibers, seals, gaskets, condoms, carpet underlay, and hard … Continue reading

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where can i buy polyurethane foam or carbon fiber in sydney?

need to buy it for my major design and technology project for hsc I would guess a hardware store. try to google and get a product name

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how is Polyurethane foam made?

could you send me a link Chemicals are added to produce gas in the mix used to make the polyurethane – Many ways http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyurethane

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Are polyurethane foam mattresses safe for a 20mos and 3 yr old?

We just bought our kids a new bunk bed from IKEA and we got these nice foam mats that go with the bed and they are made of polyurethane foam. I get concerned because ive heard that it causes breathing … Continue reading

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how is Polyurethane foam made?

could you send me a link Chemicals are added to produce gas in the mix used to make the polyurethane – Many ways http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polyurethane

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How is foam made? Polyurethane?

How isP U foam made before it is cut in sheets Foam is made through the following process: A big pile of goop (usually in your case urethane monomers that will eventually become foam) sits there. What it is, is … Continue reading

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Your thoughts about Polyurethane Spray Foam Kits for insulating under a house?

I noticed that underneath my house there is no insulation. In researching about insulation I learned that the traditional pink insulation absorbs water, can mildew and gets thin over time. Plus it needs space around it to allow it to … Continue reading

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