In need of a new 'PVC fix', I recently bought an "Azure Float and Deck" pool lounger. It was recently manufactured (2013). I was quite disappointed upon opening the box, as the PVC material was not the lovely soft and flexible PVC material I crave for, but a rather poor quality and hard material.
What has happened to PVC inflatables? Back in the 1990's (in fact, up until 2005), inflatables were made from a sensually soft, rubbery and very pliable PVC.
I suspect that the EU phthalate plasticiser regulations are to blame for the decline in PVC quality.
And why are flocked inflatables all the rage these days?
I say bring back the classic 1990's bubble inflatable furniture packed with those phthalate plasticisers.
What has happened to PVC inflatables? Back in the 1990's (in fact, up until 2005), inflatables were made from a sensually soft, rubbery and very pliable PVC.
I suspect that the EU phthalate plasticiser regulations are to blame for the decline in PVC quality.
And why are flocked inflatables all the rage these days?
I say bring back the classic 1990's bubble inflatable furniture packed with those phthalate plasticisers.
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