Outdoor foam is playing a pivotal role in helping people to transform their gardens and outdoor spaces into rooms for rest, relaxation and entertaining with stylish chairs, sofas and benches. As well as these furnishings, this type of foam can be used for a wide variety of domestic applications, and in industries from marine to hospitality. F.C. Hancox supplies quality Calipore foams, perfect for outdoor use. We can cut all our foams into any shape or size required with our foam-cut-to-size service, allowing you to replace existing foam or to create new, bespoke items.
What is outdoor foam?
Any foam can be used outdoors, whether for seating or other uses, however, the majority of these will need to be stored or brought inside when not in use, especially during inclement weather. This is because most foams have close cells making the foam difficult to dry. If you need a foam that you can leave in place, then you need foam that has been manufactured specifically to be used outdoors, like Calipore foam from F.C. Hancox.
The best outdoor foam will be waterproof. The cells of waterproof foam are large, allowing for air to easily pass through, drying any moisture within. This enhanced ventilation makes it an ideal foam to use in products that are left outdoors or come into regular contact with moisture, such as garden furniture and boat seating. Where outdoor foam is desired, it needs to be reliable, durable and able to withstand all weathers, so F.C. Hancox offers Calipore foam. This foam is manufactured to high standards and is perfect for this, plus, we can cut it to any size or shape required.
Calipore foam for comfort and durability
Calipore foam from F.C. Hancox is available in firm and medium densities. It is an open-cell, reticulated foam, meaning it has a web of open pores that allow water to pass through with ease and air to circulate throughout. This makes it long lasting, waterproof, with fast drainage, and therefore makes it fast drying. Calipore foam has antibacterial properties that prevents mould and fungal growth that can often be an issue with outdoor seating products. The foam and its antibacterial application both meet European regulations. This makes our foam an ideal foam for outdoor furniture and more.
Benefits of using Calipore foam
It has:
- Excellent ventilation properties
- Very large cells that absorb a lot of air
- Great moisture removal properties
- Anti-bacterial additives, harmless to the environment
- Great durability
What can this type of foam be used for?
As well as seating for garden furniture, there are a great many applications where this type of foam is a great option. Examples are:
Marine – Outdoor waterproof foam is a great option in marine situations. Foam provided comfortable seating on deck, where cushions become wet, even in dry weather. The cushions can be left in place when moored as they will dry quickly following a wet spell. Replacement Boat Cushion Foam.
Hospitality – For the hospitality industry, outdoor foams are great for cushions on bench seating and other outdoor cushions. They dry quickly after wet weather or being washed, so cushions can soon be back in use to provide comfort for customers. Outdoor Foam for Pubs and Restaurants.
Public – Community halls with outdoor seating can choose any foam, but an outdoor foam is ideal where seating is well used and could be subject to spills. This type of foam is easier to care for as it dries quickly after being washed. Foam Bench Seat Pad.
Domestic – Most gardens have some seating these days and outdoor foam is ideal for the cushions, providing superior comfort, whether relaxing with a book or entertaining friends and family. Foam for Garden Furniture.
Leisure – Sun loungers are so much more comfortable with a mattress and the best foam is outdoor foam. Whilst most people will cover the mattress with a towel, that doesn’t mean residues from sweat and sun lotions won’t seep through. With waterproof foam, mattresses can be hosed down and left to dry. A good quality foam, such as Calipore, even has anti-bacterial properties preventing mould and bacterial growth when the foam is damp.
Replacing outdoor foam
If you have outdoor cushions and mattresses that are becoming flattened or worn out, the foam can be replace easily if the covers are removable. All you need to do is to remove the old foam, measure it and use those dimensions to order your new foam using our foam-cut-to-size service. If would like to know more about measuring your foam, here is a handy guide: How to Measure Foam
Easy Care
Whatever the application, the best way to get long life out of your foam is to keep up care and maintenance. Whilst waterproof foam cushions can be left outside, they will last longer if stored away when not in use and many outdoor benches have built-in storage. This is helpful where the cushions will be left unused for a prolonged time. When left outside, covers can fade, so having cushions covered with a fabric that has UV protection will keep their colours longer if left out in the sun.
Cleaning Foam
How you clean foam for outdoor use will depend upon the type of cover and whether the covers are removable.
You can find out about cleaning foam products here: How to Clean Foam.
F.C. Hancox provides quality outdoor foam that can be cut to any size and shape. Our Calipore foam is the perfect solution for many applications and with our quick and easy ordering and delivery service, your new foam will be with you in next to no time. If you are unsure of any part of ordering your outdoor foam through F.C. Hancox, call on 01202 486956 or email [email protected] and one of our friendly staff will be only too happy to help.
