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fire proofing fabric?
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I dream of tiki
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Sun, Sep 3, 2006 4:24 AM
I am contemplating hanging some of the Hawaiian style print fabrics on my walls. I was wondering if anyone has had experience (fire codes, etc.) where decorative fabrics needed to be fire proofed. I come from a theatrical background where fire restrictions can be staunch. Figured the cotton based stuff may not be the safest thing hung up in my home - especially in the eyes of my cautious landlord. Good idea? Bad idea? If good idea, how do I go about fire proofing cotton & synthetic basesd fabric? Recommended product? Thanks. |
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pappythesailor
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Sun, Sep 3, 2006 7:25 AM
I used Flame Stop I from http://www.flamestop.com. It only works on fabric and porous material like thatch. My unscientific match test seemed to show it works. |
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Bincho
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Tue, Sep 5, 2006 5:13 PM
I am in construction and can attest that there is no "code" restricting wall hangings as fire hazard- after all paper & paintings can burn- be advised that some of the topical fire retarding chemicals can stain- experiment first- and also know that a flame retardant is just that, not a 100% measure.. |
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