Have you ever experienced a scene where the curtains rustle in the wind at night, making it difficult to fall asleep; Or seeing news about home fires caused by curtains or sofa covers catching fire, I always feel a little uneasy. In fact, these issues are closely related to the fabric materials commonly used in our daily lives. The newly developed flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric, which has recently attracted much attention in the materials industry, may fundamentally solve these problems. So, what exactly is this magical material? What are the outstanding features?
Material code for new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric
To understand the unique properties of the new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric, we must first start with its material composition. Compared with traditional non-woven fabrics, it has made innovative adjustments in raw material selection and proportioning, forming a “trinity” core formula.
Flame retardant base material: the core responsibility of fire resistance performance
In the new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric, the proportion of flame-retardant base material is as high as 60% to 70%, which is the key to achieving fire prevention function. This type of base material mainly consists of modified polypropylene and flame-retardant polyester, with the addition of phosphorus based and nitrogen based composite flame retardants. These flame retardants are not simply mixed, but are evenly distributed in the base material through molecular level fusion technology. When materials encounter high temperatures or open flames, flame retardants will quickly decompose, forming a dense carbonized protective film that isolates oxygen and heat transfer, thereby preventing the spread of fire. More importantly, this flame retardant effect is innate and will not decay due to prolonged use or frequent cleaning.
Silent fiber: the behind the scenes hero of noise reduction function
The proportion of soundproof fibers in the material is about 20% to 25%. It is like a “soundproofing sponge” in the material, specifically responsible for absorbing and reducing sound. This type of fiber usually adopts a composite structure of ultra-fine polyester fiber and viscose fiber, with a fiber diameter of only a few microns and numerous tiny pores inside. When sound passes through the material, these pores continuously reflect and refract sound waves like a maze, gradually dissipating the energy of the sound and achieving a silent effect. At the same time, the softness of this fiber can also reduce friction between materials and reduce noise generation from the source.
Elastic additive: a blending agent that balances performance
The remaining 5% to 10% are elastic additives, although their proportion may not be high, their role is crucial. It is mainly composed of thermoplastic elastomers, which can make the originally hard flame-retardant base material more flexible, ensuring the structural stability of the material without affecting its noise reduction effect. With the addition of elastic additives, the new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric can adapt to different usage scenarios, whether it is wrapping curved surfaces or folding storage, it can maintain good performance.
The ‘dual superpowers’ bestowed by the material
It is precisely because of its unique material composition that the new flame-retardant and soundproof non-woven fabric possesses characteristics that traditional materials cannot match, especially in terms of flame retardancy and quietness, which are particularly outstanding.
Flame retardant performance: from “passive fire resistance” to “active flame retardancy”
Traditional flame retardant fabrics are mostly sprayed with flame retardants in the later stage to achieve fire prevention effects. They are not only prone to detachment, but also have limited flame retardant levels, often only delaying combustion and unable to fundamentally prevent flame spread. The new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric, with its material characteristics, has achieved “active flame retardancy”. According to the test data, its limit oxygen index (LOI) reaches over 30%, much higher than the 20% of ordinary non-woven fabrics, which means it requires a higher oxygen concentration in the air to burn. Even in the presence of an open flame, it will only slowly carbonize and will not produce molten droplets, greatly reducing the risk of fire. Used in homes, hotels, office buildings, and other places, it can add a solid line of defense for fire safety.
Silent effect: making “quiet” the norm
Silent performance is another major highlight of the new flame-retardant and soundproof non-woven fabric. Due to the porous structure of its internal silent fibers and the tight arrangement between fibers, it can effectively absorb and block sounds of different frequencies. For example, when used on curtains, it can reduce more than 80% of external noise input, even if there is a lot of traffic outside the window, the interior can still remain quiet; On furniture items such as sofa covers and mattress covers, it can reduce the noise generated by object friction, making every move in daily life silent. Compared to traditional fabrics, this silent effect is not simply about “covering the sound”, but rather converting and consuming the sound through physical principles, and long-term use will not attenuate it.
Balancing practicality: durability and environmental friendliness coexist
In addition to the two core characteristics of flame retardancy and noise reduction, the new flame retardant and noise reducing non-woven fabric also inherits the advantages of traditional non-woven fabrics and has been optimized. Its wear resistance is 30% higher than ordinary non-woven fabric, and it is not easy to pill or break even after repeated friction; Excellent wrinkle resistance, can maintain a smooth and beautiful appearance even after long-term use. More importantly, the raw materials it uses are mostly recyclable polymer materials that can slowly degrade in the natural environment without causing environmental pollution, in line with the current concept of green environmental protection.
Diversified application scenarios: from home to public spaces
The emergence of new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabrics is quietly changing material choices in multiple fields. In home settings, it can be used to make curtains, sofa covers, mattress covers, etc., without worrying about fire hazards, while creating a quiet and comfortable living environment; In public places such as hotels and hospitals, using it to make partition curtains, bedding, etc. can enhance the safety and comfort of the space, and reduce noise interference to others.
In the field of transportation, it also has great potential for application. For example, in car interiors, using new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabrics to make seat covers, door panel decorations, etc. can not only improve the fire rating of the car, but also reduce noise during driving and enhance the driving experience.
Future prospects
With the continuous advancement of technology, there is still a lot of room for upgrading the new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric. The R&D team is trying to further improve its flame retardant rating and noise reduction effect, while exploring thinner and more breathable material formulations. I believe that in the near future, this material will enter the lives of more people, safeguarding our safety and comfort.
Overall, the successful development of the new flame-retardant and silent non-woven fabric is an important breakthrough in the field of materials science. It uses innovative material combinations to achieve dual functions of flame retardancy and noise reduction, bringing more possibilities to our lives. If you are also troubled by home safety or noise issues, you may want to pay attention to this new material, perhaps it is the solution you have been looking for.
Dongguan Liansheng Non woven Technology Co., Ltd. was established in May 2020. It is a large-scale non-woven fabric production enterprise integrating research and development, production, and sales. It can produce various colors of PP spunbond non-woven fabrics with a width of less than 3.2 meters from 9 grams to 300 grams.
Post time: Jul-25-2025