Researchers developed flexible, bio-based polyurethane foam using lignin extracted from pine. This eco-friendly alternative replaces 20% of petroleum-based chemicals and matches conventional foam in ...

Promotion: Swiss furniture brand Vitra has announced the development of a world-first easily recyclable polyurethane foam, developed in partnership with chemicals company BASF. Titled V-Foam ...

The bio-based foam was as strong and flexible as typical polyurethane foam. The researchers report on their work in the journal ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering. "It's quite novel in terms ...

Fossil fuel-based polyurethane foam has been a firm favourite in furniture manufacturing for over half a century. Jane Englefield investigates the consequences of this dependable but unsustainable ...

Two of the main materials used to make mattresses are memory foam and polyurethane. But what are these materials and how do you know which one is the right choice for you? If you’re looking for ...