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Poliform uses Class EPF-S E 0.5, wood-based panels, the most reliable in conforming to EU standards EN 120 and EN 717-2 and in line with the limits established by the American regulation CARB Phase 2, with respect to formaldehyde release. With respect to varnish, Poliform exclusively uses polyurethane coatings free of heavy metals and volatile organic compounds (VOC) belonging to the various classes within table A1 of the Italian Ministerial Decree of 12 july 1990 and/or Classes i and ii within table D of the Italian Ministerial Decree of 12 july 1990.

Filling composed of the plumage of water birds, especially geese. Down is an excellent thermal insulator, allowing the body to breathe naturally, absorbing moisture and allowing it to evaporate slowly, ensuring an ideal microclimate for the body. Down is a hypoallergenic material: dust mites, the main cause of allergies, avoid down and prefer wool and cotton. It can withstand pressure equal to 80,000 times its weight and return to its original shape.

Imbottitura composta da parte del piumaggio degli uccelli acquatici. Il piumino ha la forma di un vero e proprio fiocco, costituito da un nucleo centrale (calamo) da cui originano numerose barbe; è la parte più nobile del piumaggio, nasce sotto le ali, sul ventre e sotto il collo ed assolve funzioni di protezione termica. Il piumino assicura un’eccezionale coibenza termica unita ad una grande leggerezza: per esempio, bastano 5-6 gr. di piumino per riempire un volume di 1 decimetro cubo, mentre la lana ed il poliestere necessitano di un peso 2 o 3 volte maggiore. Da un punto di vista fisico, il contenimento del calore dipende da un buon isolamento dall’esterno che avviene principalmente attraverso l’aria ed in secondo luogo attraverso il materiale interno utilizzato. I piumini sono coibenti naturali per eccellenza, perché hanno la capacità di assorbire e trattenere, sotto forma di innumerevoli camere, grossi volumi d’aria. Il piumino inoltre offre caratteristiche elevate di resilienza, comprimibilità e igroscopicità, assorbendo l’umidità e cedendola all’esterno con notevoli vantaggi fisiologici per il corpo umano.

The process is very similar to that of molded polyurethane, but by using special molds developed by us, it is possible to obtain a leather-covered product during the molding process.

The process is the same of the moulded polyurethane but, by using particular moulds developed by Poliform, the piece is covered with leather directly during the foaming process.

Filling composed of the fine feathers of acquatic birds, particuarly geese. Feathers have excellent thermal properties and allow the body to perspire normally, absorb humidity and allow it to evaporate gradually, thus creating the ideal microclimate for the body. Feathers are a material with natural anti-allergen properties: the dust mite, the principal agent for the spread of allergens, prefers wool and cotton to feathers. Feathers can withstand pressure up to 80.000 times its weight and return easily to its original shape.

Filling composed of the fine feathers of acquatic birds. Down has the form of a veritable floccule having a central nucleus (the calamus) from which the quill is formed. Down, the finest part of plumage, provides thermal insulation and is found under the wings, on the breast and around the neck. Down provides phenomenal heat insulating properties and is extremely lightweight. As an example, 5-6 grams of down are enough to fill a volume of 1 cubic decimetre, while wool and polyester require 2 to 3 times that weight. From a physical point of view, heat retention depends on good insulation from the outside, provided first by air and second by interior fill material used. Down is a superior naturally occurring insulator because it has the capacity to absorb and to retain large volumes of air in tiny chambers. Down offers excellent resiliency, displacement and hydroscopic properties, absorbing humidity and releasing it to the outside with significant physiological advantages for the human body.

A plant fiber obtained from the stem of Cannabis sativa. Similar to linen in appearance and feel, hemp is the most moisture-resistant natural fabric.

A plant fiber obtained from the stem of Cannabis sativa. Similar to linen in appearance and feel, hemp is the most moisture-resistant natural fabric.

A plant fibre derived from the boll of the plant, which holds the seed of the species gossypium. Cotton fibre has no electrical conductivity, does not mat, is highly hydroscopic, does not irritate the skin, is anti-allergenic and may be ironed at high temperature. After linen and wool, cotton is one of the world’s oldest textile fibres. The length of the fibre determines the quality: the longer the fibre, the more lustrous, resistant and valuable it is.

A plant fibre derived from the stalk of cannabis sativa similar to linen in feel, it is the natural fibre that is most resistant to humidity.

A plant fibre derived from the bark of the genus corchorus. It is highly hydroscopic and the fibre is coarse and strong. The threads that are derived from the plant are coarse, stiff and very strong.

Velvet is a fabric whose cut threads are very evenly distributed, with a short dense pile giving it its distinctive feel. Velvet is woven on a special loom that weaves two pieces of velvet at the same time. The two pieces are then cut apart and the two lengths of fabric are wound on separate take-up rolls. Velvet can be made from many different kinds of fibres but silk and cotton are preferred.

A natural animal protein fibre derived from the cocoons of the mulberry silkworm (bombyx mori). Under the microscope, silk fibre is uniform, very similar to synthetic fibres. One of the specific properties of silk is the length of the filament: this can reach lengths of up to 700-800 meters. This makes it the longest fibre derived from an animal. There are four categories of silk textiles: taffeta, twill, satin and jacquard. Silk is the most splendid, softest and finest of natural fibres–cool in summer and warm in winter.

A textile can contain two or more types of fibres: for example, cotton and wool, wool and acrylic fibres, etc. These blended fabrics have varying characteristics depending on the fibres used and their proportions. Generally speaking, the blending of fibres allows the textile to retain the main properties of the fibres that comprise it. For example, a blend of cotton and synthetic fibres increases resistance to wrinkling.

These artificial fibres are derived by processing cellulose from various naturally occurring plants (the same plants that produce plant fibres), transforming and dissolving it using solvents and then forcing it through spinnerets to form a continuous thread or a floccule. This family of fibres includes: modal®, acetate, cupro, lyocell, and viscose. Synthetic chemical fibres are derived from organic substances that are blended then polymerised to form long molecular chains (macromolecules) that can be spun into continuous thread or floccules (discontinuous fibre). This family of fibres includes: acrylic, modacrylic, polyamide, polyester, polypropylene and polyurethane.

Regenerated fibre, obtained from wood chips and cotton spinning waste. It is extruded to form a continuous thread or floccule (also known as rayon). It has properties very similar to silk and, like most plant fibres, it is comfortable, durable (if kept dry) and is highly absorbent. It is used in blends with other natural or synthetic fibres.

A synthetic fibre that derives from a macromolecule composed of at least 50% acrylonitrile and is generally available in floccules. It is highly flame retardant and feels much like acrylic fibre to the touch. Moreover, it is resilient, shape retentive, fade and wash resistant, has a soft hand, is durable and dyes easily to bright shades, is chemical-resistant, easy to care for, insulating and non-toxic.