5 Common Uses of Foam

A foam is basically a substance, which is formed by trapping the pockets of gas in a solid or liquid. In most of the foams, volume of gas is pretty bug, with thin films of liquid or solid separating areas of gas. The term foam can even refer to anything, which is analogous to such a foam like polyurethane foam, quantum foam, phenolic, polystyrene, XPS foam, or any other manufactured foams. Here is a brief idea on uses of foam. Have a look at them: 

Cases

A rugged personalized carrying case or accessory case that's made from cheap aluminum is widely available. It is easy to carry and cost effective. Polyethylene foam is basically used in these cases as it doesn't retain the gases and doesn't hold the moisture. Moreover, its compensation properties even hold the valuables quite well. 

Construction

Today, you can get to see a lot of buildings and homes in Australia, which are being insulated as well as decorated with different shapes cut from Australian made Dunlop foam in Sydney . A number of architectural shapes such as trims, moldings, cornices, bands, balusters, sills and columns are cut easily to supply this big industry. 

Packaging

Foam is the least expensive and the best packaging material that's used for protecting different kinds of products. The packaging customers often require big numbers of same shape. 

Reupholstery

Reupholstery like reupholstering any kind of furniture changes the look and feel of the piece and increases the lifespan of it. Just replacing foam padding on an older furniture or vehicle like a seat, couch, stool or chair is quite a common use of foam.  

Sound Proofing

It is generally the egg crate foam, which is suggested for use if you want high quality sound deadening feature of the wedge foam. However, they are affordable and are sold keeping the budget of customers in mind. Convulated or eggcrate foam's style basically keeps the price low and enables it to absorb sound quite well for the price. The egg crate foam is even a great choice for all the people who wish to cover the sound deadening foam by using a acoustical cloth.