Articles tagged ‘Research’

The use of flame retardants in furniture and furnishings is of great significance, especially in the UK, where fire safety of upholstery is governed by national legislation. The potential toxicity of some flame retardants has been cause for concern which prompted FIRA to investigate the state of the art and to answer some key questions being asked by the furniture industry.

This report investigates the impact of the presence of flame retardants on the furniture industry in relation to the disposal of upholstery and furnishings

This report aims to fuel the development of industry-wide initiatives to ensure that the skills agenda is fully addressed

Pilot Study to understand the factors influencing the procurement process for educational furniture. The research identified systemic issues that hinder schools from obtaining high-quality, ergonomic furniture