The discoloration of polyurethane foam by UV light can result in a product that is less aesthetically pleasing and can give the impression that the product has physi cally degraded. Discoloration prior to wrapping and/or fabrication can result in rejected orders or increased scrap from trimming away discolored surfaces.
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