The NFPA 260 standard, developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA, National Fire Protection Association), describes a test method for accurately measuring how resistant upholstered furniture components are to cigarette ignition. This standard assists in component selection and composite design to achieve high levels of resistance and protect life and property. The full name of this standard is: NFPA 260 Standard test methods and classification system for cigarette ignition resistance of upholstered furniture components.
In this test method, a test setup is constructed and exposed to a burning cigarette covered with a coating material. The cigarette must burn along its entire length. At the end of the test, the test material is classified as Class I or Class II. If a clear ignition occurs, the material is Class II. If not, the charred portion on the vertical panel is measured to determine the classification. UFAC Class I means the fabric has passed the test.
The Upholstered Furniture Action Council (UFAC) is an organization comprised of furniture manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers that researches and implements standards for smoke-resistant upholstery methods. UFAC certification indicates that the upholstered product conforms to the latest UFAC methods and passes the test methodology defined by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 260).
The test methods described in NFPA 260 standard cover furniture components to which it applies, including covering fabrics, interior fabrics, tapes , upholstery materials, barrier materials, and filling materials. A portion of the method evaluates exterior covering fabrics, and the results from this test section are used when assessing the suitability of upholstery fabrics for commercial applications.
Test results are classified in two ways:
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