In 2013 california passed a new regulation which created a modified flammability standard tb 117 2013.
Carpet padding flammability.
The weight is usually measured in pounds per cubic foot and most carpet pads fall in between the 3 10 lb.
There are several thicknesses available this type of padding extends the life of the carpet and makes it more comfortable while insulating and reducing noise.
07 where floor coverings are used as wall coverings such as wall carpet and sheet vinyl in shower areas the flammability and smoke developed ratings of these materials must meet the requirements of can ulc s102 and not can ulc s102 2.
Pad density aka pad weight.
And think twice about the free pad offered by carpet retailers.
Urethane and rubber padding are superior to felt in terms of overall resilience resistance to moisture absorption flammability and hypoallergenic design hence they are the most commonly used types.
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Density is typically measured in pounds per cubic foot but sometimes you ll see it listed as ounces per square yard expect the pad density to be 3 10lbs for most common padding.
Carpet padding may be foam or sponge rubber urethane or rubberized or latex felt.
Some retailers order padding by the truckload and push only one kind source.
Furniture manufacturers could now meet this new flammability standard without requiring the use of frs.
Padding used in residential applications usually has a density rating of 6 to 8 pounds but 10 pound density pads are also available.
This definition also includes carpet squares intended to be installed in dimensions of more than 6 feet long and an area greater than 24 ft 2.
Since that time tdcpp continues to primarily be used only in automotive foams where strict flammability requirements still exist.
If in doubt you can call the carpet manufacturer to get the correct padding requirements needed to keep from voiding your carpet warranty.
See my list of carpet manufacturer phone numbers.
Warehouse carpets offers many choices of synthetic fiber padding at wholesale prices.
Installing the wrong pad can sometimes void your carpet s warranty so always look at the carpet manufacturer s recommendations.
Long s carpet decide on the pad you want and ask the store to order it if they don t have it in stock.
Carpet padding weight also called density is the second most important factor you should consider when shopping for the perfect cushioning.
