How do they make fabric, couches, pajamas less flammable? What do they use?

Subject: How do they make fabric, couches, pajamas less flammable? What do they use?

Date: Sat Nov 14 22:39:24 1998
Posted by Tyler Shatzen
Grade level: 7-9
School: Sierra Vista Middle School
City: Irvine State/Province: CA
Country: USA
Area of science: Chemistry
ID: 911104764.Ch

Message:


I've looked around but can't find out HOW they treat the fabrics and what do 
they use for them.  Is it different chemicals for couches and mattresses and 
kid's sleepwear?  Does it make a big difference in how fast it burns anyway?

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