Title:

Difference between Flame Retardants and Resistance

Description:

There are many ways to keep safe in an environment where flame resistant clothing might be required and it's handy to know the difference between flame retardants and flame resistance. A flame retardant is a chemical that is used in a textile that will reduce the chance that fire will spread. Fire resistance on the other hand is a term used to describe how long an area can be exposed to fire before it is destroyed or no longer functions. Fire resistance may be measured by official ratings designated by some government agencies. These ratings generally vary by country.