Have you ever placed an order for custom-cut foam sheets, but you didn’t end up using them all? Before you toss the extras in the trash, let us explain why you should keep them! Sheets of foam are extremely versatile products, so there are many ways that they can be recycled and reused for different purposes. In this post, we’ll show you how to use your foam for crafting, packing, and storage. Instead of buying new foam craft sheets ... (Read More)
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Comparing Mattress Toppers: Egg Crate Foam and Memory Foam
Today, two of the most popular materials to make mattress toppers out of are memory foam and egg crate foam. But what’s the difference between them? In this post, we’ll compare these two kinds of foam mattress toppers, so you can decide which one will work best for you . What Is Memory Foam? Also known as viscoelastic foam, this type of foam is made from polyurethane. It’s known for its responsiveness to pressure and heat. This foam will ... (Read More)
Is There Anything Better than a Memory Foam Mattress Topper?
Getting a good night of rest is extremely important when it comes to maintaining your overall health and well-being, both physically and mentally. Why not upgrade your sleep situation with one of our amazing memory foam toppers? Mattress toppers made from memory foam are super comfortable while also providing plenty of support. You don’t have to shell out the big bucks on a brand-new mattress to get the best sleep of your life – a cushioned foam topper will ... (Read More)
Our Tips For Designing Custom Protective Foam Inserts
Is there anything worse than opening a cardboard box after you’ve moved, just to find that your valuable items have been damaged in the process? Maybe you’ve pulled down a bin of holiday decorations, opened it up, and discovered that your fragile ornaments have shattered – if this sounds like you, then it might be time to look into a custom foam insert. Luckily, the process of finding the perfect inserts is much simpler than you’d think! In this ... (Read More)
Is Household Foam Safe for Pets to Eat?
The natural curiosity of pets often leads to them eating materials that aren’t meant to be eaten. Dogs and small animals like rodents are known to chew up just about anything, but pets like cats and birds can often exhibit the same behavior. Even the best-trained pets may inevitably chew on or eat items around your house, because chewing releases endorphins. The responsible thing to do is to keep a close eye on your pets, and be aware of ... (Read More)
Why Should You Use Draft Stoppers?
One of the highest monthly home maintenance costs is heating and cooling. Keeping the inside of your home at a static temperature throughout the day and night takes a lot of energy and, therefore, a lot of money. So, it’s in your best interest to lower this monthly cost by taking steps to maintain the temperature in your home. Drafts are a big influence on maintaining a warm temperature in your home during the winter months. If your windows ... (Read More)
High Quality Foam Futon Mattresses from Foam Factory, Inc.
Futons sound like a great idea in theory. They optimize space, save you money by providing two pieces of furniture in one product, and even give guests a place to sleep. Of course, theory is different from practice, and while there are high-quality futons out there, many of the entry-level products aimed at students or people with small apartments don’t always live up to the hype in terms of product quality. Entry-level futons typically come with cushioning pads that ... (Read More)
Making the Case for Layered Memory Foam Mattresses
If, in 2015, you haven’t heard of memory foam, you may be living (or sleeping) under a rock. The temperature-sensitive material has become synonymous with comfort and relief in the bedding industry over the last decade. But as people start to understand what makes this material so special, questions have begun to shift from “this material does WHAT?” to “how can I maximize these benefits?” Innovation often begins to happen at this point, but with a product possessing such ... (Read More)
Pet Beds Make Traveling With Your Best Friends Easier!
While you would be hard-pressed to find a pet owner who didn’t love his or her animal to the end of the Earth, it would also be difficult to find one who wouldn’t admit in a candid moment that there are a few ways owning a pet makes certain things in life a bit more difficult than they would be otherwise. Travel seems to be the one area pet ownership often causes some difficulties. Whether it’s a day spent ... (Read More)
Understanding the Temperature Sensitivity of Memory Foam
Memory foam’s most unique characteristic is its temperature-sensitivity, which is what allows it to offer the custom-contouring the material is so famous for. Engineered with visco-elastic polymers that react to body heat by yielding and softening, memory foam is able to create a surface unique to the user every time they use it, no matter what position. This is true of memory foam mattresses, memory foam toppers, pillows, bolsters, or any other product. While the material’s temperature sensitivity certainly ... (Read More)
