Updated 4/11/10 PAB
Alternate names
None reported
Characteristics
This material is similar to polyethylene (Ethafoam), but it is slightly less dense and has a higher gloss. A recycled product is available. It is chemically inert and non-abrasive. Thicker versions are comprised of thinner layers of the material that are held together with little heat welded dots
Forms/Sizes
It comes in thin rolls 1/8 to ½ inch thick.
Illustrations
Applications
Commonly used to wrap furniture or large items with complex forms.
Held in place with packing tape or more recently with stretchwrap.
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