Re the waterproof protector that comes with the mattress- since it is made with a thin layer of polyurethane- is it treated with flame retardants?
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It was years ago I purchased mine but I think my understanding was that it was a thin layer of food grade polyethylene and no fire retardants were used
2088866
There is a plastic protector that the mattress is wrapped in when delivered. However, there is no plstic type material at all in the mattress itself.
1976696
I recommend one by a brand we sell called Naturepedic. It has a great waterproof barrier. Here is the link: http://www.amazon.com/Naturepedic-Waterproof-Organic-Mattress-Protector/dp/B001BKG5YI/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?m=A2T4Y4GS7H8WU&s=merchant-items&ie=UTF8&qid=1427733764&sr=1-1-fkmr0&keywords=waterprrof+queen+pad I added the link to the queen size since your question was in regards to the queen mattress topper. Best, One Stop Mommy
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I doubt it, since flame retardants are usually reserved for mattresses, pads, etc. but contact the manufacturer to know for sure. It's hard to say just from using it (though it doesn't smell, if that helps).
1054878
No, it does not contain a flame retardant. A mattress company that uses talalay latex does not recommend using a natural foam mattress topper because it's so flammable: "...you might as well put gasoline on the top of your mattress..." (My research shows that P. Thornton is correct in saying that polyurethane is extremely flammable, as is memory foam, but I believe the statement that natural Latex is not flammable is incorrect.) When used in the interior of a mattress and surrounded by wool or natural cotton, natural latex is much less likely to burn. However, if you smoke in bed or have lit candles on the nightstand, it would NOT be a good idea to use a talalay topper. On the other hand, if you don't smoke in bed and keep lit candles a safe distance from the bed, by all means use natural latex as a topper.
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It is water resistant. I use it in between the crib sheet and the mattress cover. It's an extra layer for me, so that I can wash the crib sheet and this without having to wash the mattress cover.
149896
Yes, it is! I still put a waterproof mattress pad on it before putting the sheet on though. I just like to go an extra step towards protecting my baby equipment though, as this is my first baby and I plan to have many more (through which if like this stuff to last)!
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Fire retardants are so commonly used in furnishings that I'd suggest asking the manufacturer to be sure. If chemicals are present, with more and more people concerned about chemical exposure, they may not note it on the packaging lest it reduce sales.I subsequently found this answer in this thread: "I emailed Luna, who responded with this quote 'Our protectors are not treated with anything at all.'"
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The waterproof backing on these mattress protectors are 100% polyurethane, which is the industry standard for waterproof protectors. They are made by an American textile factory in China.
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It's definitely just a waterproof protective layer - would not purchase it if you are solely looking for more comfort. Just remember that baby mattresses are supposed to be firm (and babies will sleep just fine). This layer is made really well though - not flimsy like some other brands. We are very happy with it!
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Check out http://www.davincibaby.com/willow-natural-coconut-palm-crib-mattress and hover your mouse over the 'Meets Federal Flammability Standard CFR-1633'. They explain that the mattress does not contain any flame retardant materials, but use a thin layer of cotton-like material (possibly with Dupont chemicals) that do not contact the user and they use Kevlar thread to make the mattress, which is flame resistant. I did notice a slight odor when I removed it from the plastic wrapper, but aired it for several months before baby arrived and the slight smell was long gone. Good luck with your purchase- we have just flipped this one to the toddler side and I am still very happy with the purchase.
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I put a waterproof mattress pad on this mattress cause the mattress has a fabric covering and I didn't want it to stain
1454882
Hello, and thank you for your question about the Close and Secure Sleeper! This item does not have flame retardants.
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Yes. This futon uses the natural chemical boric acid as a flame retardant. As chemicals go, it's pretty benign, certainly much better than the PBDEs found in many mattresses and sofas, but is still a chemical and thus considered less "clean" than the use of silica or wool that you will find in organic mattresses.
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Sorry it took me so long to respond. To be honest I can't remember and I've lost the original paperwork, probably because it's been about two years since purchase. However if I were to judge simply by touch and sight I would say the materials were a synthetic blend. The mattress cover, cotton. Flame retardant? Not likely, especially since everything can go through the washing machine. Most items I've encountered that are "flame retardant" are NOT machine washable. Safety certifications? None that I remember, though I was very thorough in reading the warnings. They were fairly simple. Do NOT use once child begins to roll over. Do NOT use if child exceeds certain weight. (The certain weight I cannot remember. I had a smaller baby so reaching the weight limits were not a concern for us.) The Arm's Reach came with very simple instructions as well as a detailed do's and do not's that kept my little one safe, as well as a friends little one safe. Now we're getting ready to use it for our second, and I would not pause a moment to loan or gift it to another expecting mom.
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Hi. I'm writing from Naturepedic. Absolutely not. We don't use those flame retardants in any of our products.
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It's fiberglass (the stuff used to make prefabricated showers) woven into a fabric instead of being pressed. It can be burned but if remover from a flame it stops burn making it a fire retardant. You could in theory inhale dust from it( which wouldn't be anymore harmful then allot of natural dusts) I don't see the dust being small enough to go through the cover though or it "out gassing" (fiberglass does smell, but only when being molded) If you have a mattress protected on I see no reason for it to do any harm.
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It is waterproof, but we use a thick organic cotton cover under the sheet more for comfort than anything else.