General Application Notes

Flamebar flame retardants can be applied by dipping, spraying, padding or brushing. Use the solution as supplied or dilute with water according to data sheet or preferably by test. It is recommended that before treating the bulk, tests on small samples are carried out to establish suitability and level of treatment required. Check appearance and flammability when dry. Complete and even penetration is essential for good results.
Reduced flame retardancy will be obtained if penetration is lowered by special finishes such as Scotchguard. As in other instances penetration may be assisted by raising the temperature of the solution[60-80Cmax].
As a general rule a 6 - 12% increase in dry weight of the material is required to give adequate fire resistance.
Fast colours are not normally affected.
Over-treatment may give rise to some stiffening of the fabric [excess can be removed by dry cleaning] or white marking due to formation of crystals. These can be removed by brushing or vacuuming.
Flame retardancy is long lasting but re-apply after washing.
In addition to retarding combustion, Flamebar will stop smouldering and afterglow, and will often reduce smoke emission.