The type of sofa padding is usually sponge-based. But in addition, sofa fillings and down, latex, rayon and so on. The cost of down is relatively high. But sitting comfort, long-term use is not easy to deformation. Rayon fillings, softness is excellent. Sitting comfort, but the mechanical properties are poor. Many consumers in the decoration will be torn between the choice of what kind of filling made of sofa. Different materials bring different experiences. Also have advantages and disadvantages. Here to introduce the advantages and disadvantages of sponge and latex sofa.
The type of sofa padding is usually sponge-based. But in addition, the sofa filling also includes down, latex, rayon and so on. The cost of down is relatively high. But it is comfortable to sit, long-term use is not easy to deformation. The softness of the rayon filling is excellent. It is comfortable to sit. But its mechanical properties are poor. Many consumers in the decoration will be torn between the choice of what kind of filling made of sofa. Different materials bring different experiences. Each also has advantages and disadvantages. Here to introduce the advantages and disadvantages of sponge and latex sofa.
First of all, introduce the advantages and disadvantages of sponge sofa. The scientific name of the sponge is called soft polyurethane foam. There are three types of foam used for sofa padding. These three categories include conventional sponge, high resilience sponge and messy hole sponge.
There are many advantages of sponges. The first is that it has a good resilience. And the higher the density of the sponge, the better the resilience performance. Secondly, there is a good softness. The softness of the sponge is better. And it is more comfortable. The sponge also has excellent mechanical properties. It can automatically rebound and restore when under pressure. It has excellent cushioning in compression and rebound. In addition to the above points, the sponge has an affordable price. Compared with other down and latex fillings, sponge sofa price is more affordable.
Next, we introduce the advantages and disadvantages of latex.
The advantages of latex sofas. The first is the high elasticity. Latex-filled sofa cushion contact with the human body than ordinary sofa contact with the human body area is much higher. Can achieve the ability to evenly disperse the weight of the human body. Latex filling will give off a natural latex scent. This fragrance can make many mosquitoes dare not approach. To achieve the effect of mosquito repellent. Latex padding has good breathability. It hinders the breeding of mites.
Latex is usually filled with duck down. The cost of this is relatively small. Latex does the filling of the sofa performance is better in all aspects. But it also has some small disadvantages. Latex will occur redox reaction. Oxidation of the surface will be off the flakes. And will produce odor. People with skin allergies should not be exposed. About 30% of the world will have an allergic reaction to latex. These people are not allowed to use latex sofas. The last disadvantage is the high price. Latex padding is more expensive compared to other padding.