The Cutting Table · a common question
Is the cushion foam non-toxic, and does it have flame retardants?
Also asked as:Is it toxic material?Any flame retardants or anti-stain finishes?
Two questions, one spec sheet. Here's what sits inside the cover, what doesn't, and why the label sticks to what can be documented.
The quick answer
The cushion foam is high-density polyurethane upholstery foam with no flame-retardant additives, and the cover fabrics carry no flame-retardant finish. Fabrics come from a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239), and the certificate is shared on request. If you are shopping for non toxic cushion foam because of allergies or off-gassing, ask which filling your specific product uses.
SaveKey facts
- The interior is high-density polyurethane upholstery foam.
- The foam has no flame-retardant additives.
- The cover fabric has no flame-retardant treatment.
- Fabrics come from a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239).
- The certificate is shared on request.
- One pouf reply named a different filling, so fillings are confirmed product by product.
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Inside the cover, layer by layer
| Layer | What it is | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Foam core | High-density polyurethane upholstery foam | No flame-retardant additives |
| Wrap | Polyester fiber (Dacron) wadding | Softens the surface and rounds the edges |
| Cover fabric | From a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239) | No flame-retardant finish; certificate on request |
| Pouf filling | Confirm per product | One reply said natural latex; unconfirmed |
Why the label only says what the paperwork says
Here's the spec as the workshop gives it, partner. The core is high-density polyurethane foam made for upholstery, with no flame-retardant additives. The cover fabrics carry no flame-retardant finish either, and they come from a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239); the certificate is shared on request.
What I won't do is stretch that into a broader promise. One reply described a corduroy pouf's filling as natural latex, which doesn't match the polyurethane described everywhere else, so treat it as unconfirmed and ask which filling your exact product uses. If allergies or off-gassing are the worry, ask product by product.
The flame-retardant-free cushions and OEKO-TEX Standard 100 patterns explain the terms, and the daybed cushions atlas shows where this foam goes. Which piece are you looking at: a daybed, a floor sofa or a pouf?
Three questions to send before you order
- Which filling does this exact product use?
- Can you share the fabric mill's OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certificate?
- Does this fabric carry any finish or coating?
The cushion foam is high-density polyurethane with no flame-retardant additives, and the cover fabric carries no flame-retardant finish either.
Nate Kowalski
Buyer questions
- A common question
What's the inside made of, and is it toxic?
The workshop's answerThe interior is high-density upholstery foam, and the fabrics come from a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239). If you have specific allergy or certification concerns, ask before ordering.
- A common question
Are the foam and fabric certified, and are there flame retardants or stain treatments?
The workshop's answerThe fabrics come from a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239), and the fabric has no flame-retardant treatment, so it carries no such finish.
- A common question
What's the filling in the corduroy pouf sofa?
The workshop's answerThat reply described it as natural latex upholstery foam, which differs from the polyurethane foam described for other pieces. Confirm the filling for that exact product; the certificate is shared on request.
- A common question
Is your foam CertiPUR or OEKO-TEX certified?
The workshop's answerThe fabrics come from a mill certified to OEKO-TEX Standard 100 (03.T.3239), with the certificate shared on request. A CertiPUR-US document has not been confirmed, so ask for it if you need it.
Questions buyers ask next
Does the cover fabric have a stain-repellent coating?
Velvet has no stain-repellent coating, and the teddy fabric is water-repellent. The main protection is washability, and you can apply a fabric protector spray yourself once the covers arrive.
Is the foam a bare block inside the cover?
No. The firm 2.0 lb/ft³ (32 kg/m³) foam is wrapped in polyester fiber (Dacron) wadding before it goes into the cover, which softens the surface and gives fuller, rounded edges.
What should I do if I have allergies?
Ask before ordering which filling your specific product uses, and request the fabric certificate. Answers come product by product, and one pouf reply named a different filling from the rest.
