As it is known, flame retardant finishing processes are carried out by using a number of chemicals during the finishing processes in order to give strength to the textile products. However, at this point, the poisoning effects of the flame retardants used must be taken into consideration. If the flammability finishes are made using halogen and heavy metals, in particular, the toxic effect of flammable compounds and combustible gases must be taken into account. There are numerous toxic problems caused by these compounds. For example, halogenated compounds of aromatic structure consist of dioxins and furans. Phosphorus, antimony and zirconium are mixed with waste water. If cellulose is used during permanent strength ignition, formaldehyde is released. All of these are toxic chemicals.

In short, when the structure of chemical substances used in flammability finishing processes, their resistance to washing process and the effects they cause are taken into consideration, many problems affecting human health and environment are encountered.

It is also important that carpets and rugs are difficult to hold. Considering that it prevents the growth of the fire by closing the fire during a fire, the non-flammability feature becomes more important.

In accordance with TS EN ISO / IEC 17025 standards, accredited laboratories from national or international accreditation organizations carry out various tests to determine the surface flammability of carpets and rugs. Laboratories meet the following standards during these tests:

·         16 CFR Part 1630 Standard for surface flammability of carpets and rugs

This standard is a test method designed to determine the surface flammability of carpets and rugs exposed to a standard ignition source under normal protection conditions. This test method applies to all types of carpets and rugs used as flooring materials, regardless of how they are produced or whether they are made of natural or synthetic fibers, films, combinations thereof or substitutes.