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The state of California has eliminated the requirements, in effect since 1975, that foams within upholstered furniture must pass an open flame test. It did this by replacing the traditional California TB 117 standard with a new standard that does not require open flame testing but only requires testing for smoldering (cigarette) ignition, especially for cover fabrics.

I attended one presentation I found particularly interesting and thought provoking and wanted to share it with you. Grace Jeffers, a Design Historian and Materials Specialist presented a program titled, “Manmade Natural: Real versus Fake Materials, A New Perspective.” 

The Green Building Initiative recently launched Green Globes® – Sustainable Interiors at the NeoCon Conference in Chicago, June 8 – 11, 2014.  

As temperatures rise and the sun shines brighter, Americans everywhere will see vinyl products outdoors.  Whether it’s pool toys, lawn furniture, beach umbrellas, or canopies, the use of vinyl in these products makes them more durable and capable of withstanding the harsh temperatures and intense rays from the sun.

CPVC pipe offers greater value over the course of its service life than other piping materials.

Bad experiences with a vinyl products are often the result of ‘problems’ that are not substantiated or that are simply based on bad information. 

Bad experiences with a vinyl products are often the result of ‘problems’ that are not substantiated or that are simply based on bad information. 

The Environments for Aging Conference recently met at Disney in Anaheim, California.  This event provides information on the latest practices and solutions in caring for our aging population.