Ethafoam® / Cellu-Cushion® Polyethylene Foam – Archival Packing & Storage
Ethafoam®/Cellu-Cushion® polyethylene foam is a trusted packing and support material for museums and archives. It can be cut, shaped, or layered to cushion artifacts, line storage containers, and create custom supports for collection care.
Protect artifacts and delicate items with archival-quality polyethylene foam designed for safe packing, transport, and storage. These inert, chemically stable materials provide reliable cushioning without absorbing moisture. Ethafoam®/Cellu-Cushion® polyethylene has long been used in museums and archives for custom storage and packing projects. This inert, chemically stable foam is easy to trim, shape, and layer, making it suitable for drawer liners, box inserts, object supports, and protective packing. Its closed-cell construction provides dependable cushioning without adding unnecessary weight. It adapts easily to a wide range of collection items, making it a dependable material for both storage and transport.
Features:
- Inert, chemically stable polyethylene foam
- Meets archival preservation standards
- Absorbs impact while remaining lightweight and flexible
- Water-resistant and will not absorb moisture
- Easy to cut, shape, and customize for object support
- Recyclable and reusable
- Moisture-resistant material
- Available in black and white colours
- Closed-cell construction
- Lightweight and durable
Ideal For:
- Packing and transporting fine art and artifacts
- Creating custom supports, nests, and storage mounts
- Archives, museums, and conservation applications
- Storage drawers and cabinets
- Collection transport
- Conservation and preservation projects
- Exhibition preparation
Usage Tip:
- Trace and cut foam to shape; add a notch for easy removal and line with acid-free tissue to prevent abrasion
Specifications:
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Specification |
Details |
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Material |
Closed-cell polyethylene foam |
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Brand |
Ethafoam® / Cellu-Cushion® |
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Colour |
Black and White |
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Form |
Foam Sheets |
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Material Properties |
Inert and chemically stable |
Can I cut Ethafoam® / Cellu-Cushion® to fit different objects?
Yes. The foam can be easily trimmed and shaped, which makes it useful for creating custom supports, inserts, and liners for objects with different sizes and shapes.
Is this foam safe to use with museum and archival collections?
Yes. Ethafoam® / Cellu-Cushion® polyethylene foam is commonly used in collection care because it is inert and chemically stable, making it suitable for long-term storage applications.
Can this foam be used for shipping fragile objects?
Yes. Many museums and archives use polyethylene foam when packing objects for transport because it provides cushioning while helping keep items stable inside boxes or containers.
What can I use this foam for besides packing?
It can be used for more than just packing. Collection teams often use it to make drawer liners, box inserts, object supports, and custom mounts for storage or display.
How do I choose the right thickness of polyethylene foam?
The right thickness depends on the object, the amount of support needed, and how the foam will be used. Thicker sheets are generally useful for larger or heavier items, while thinner options work well for lining and smaller supports.
| SKU | Ethafoam® |
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