A fire retardant is a substance that is used to slow down or stop the spread of fire or reduce its intensity. This is commonly accomplished by chemical reactions that reduce the flammability of fuels or delay their combustion.

How do you know if something is flame retardant?

You can check for the label below, usually under the couch cushion or under the seat of the chair, to verify that the item does not contain flame retardant chemicals.

What is fire retardant and how does it work?

Fire retardant contains salts (typically fertilizers) that alter the way wildfires burn, decreasing fire intensity and slowing the advance of the fire, even after the water in the fire retardant has evaporated.