Intertek is your source for all your mattress product development needs.
Our accredited labs provide various mattress testing and technical services, including flammability, performance, and material testing. We specialize in testing for product development, failure analysis, comparison testing, claims verification, and certifications.
Mattress Testing Standards
- ASTM F 1566 – Innerspring, Boxspring, and Mattress Testing
- EN 1957 – Mattress Durability and Hardness Testing
- ASTM D3574 – Soft PU Foam Testing
- 16 CFR Part 1632 – Standard for the Flammability of Mattresses and Mattress Pads
- 16 CFR Part 1633 – Standard for the Flammability of Mattress Sets
- 16 CFR 1640 Standard for the flammability of Upholstered Furniture
- 16 CFR 1241 – Safety standard for Crib Mattresses
Types of Mattress Testing Services
- Flammability
- Firmness Rating
- Firmness Retention and Surface Deformation
- Durability
- Impact
- Density
- Indentation Force Deflection
- Constant Deflection Compression Set Test
- Tensile Test
- Tear Test
Furniture Testing
Our global network of furniture laboratories provides efficient furniture and bedding services for ANSI/BIFMA furniture testing, UL, ASTM, NFPA, British Standards, and IMO to assess the regulatory and sustainability performances of furniture products.
Resources
Literature:
Best Practices for Working with Third-Party Laboratories (194kb PDF)
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