Influence of the type and thickness of low-density foamed upholstery materials on the comfort of furniture use

The aim of this study was to analyze the impact of the type and thickness of selected polyurethane foams on the comfort of furniture use. The utilitarian objective included development of dependence catalogue of the comfort of polyurethane foams on their type and thickness. The comfort of polyurethane foams was determined using a sensory mat. Obtained results from determinations were elaborated and presented in tables and graphs. The conclusions stated that the best material (the most comfortable in use) for a woman is VP 3545 foam with a thickness of 40 mm and for man VP 2840 foam with a thickness of 90 mm and the dependence catalogue of polyurethane foams on their type and thickness were prepared.

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Opracowanie rekordu ze środków MEiN, umowa nr SONP/SP/546092/2022 w ramach programu "Społeczna odpowiedzialność nauki" - moduł: Popularyzacja nauki i promocja sportu (2022-2023).