Poly Foam

Poly Foam for Surface Protection and Cushioning

Some goods are not damaged by impact so much as by contact. A polished benchtop, a painted panel or a sheet of glass survives the drop but arrives marked from rubbing against its neighbour in transit. Poly foam is the material that prevents that. It is a soft, non-abrasive polyethylene foam that wraps, lines and separates goods so surfaces stay clean and finishes stay intact through handling, storage and freight.

Premium Packaging supplies poly foam on wide rolls across a range of thicknesses, delivered in bulk Australia-wide from our Sydney base, to manufacturers, removalists and dispatch operations that handle finish-sensitive goods.

Specifications

Our poly foam is a lightweight, non-abrasive polyethylene foam supplied on 1200mm wide rolls, so one roll covers a broad surface and cuts down to size easily at the bench.

• Width: 1200mm across every roll, for wide coverage and easy cutting to size.
• Thicknesses: 1mm, 2mm, 3mm, 4mm and 8mm, from thin interleaving foam through to heavier cushioning.
• Roll lengths: longer runs on the thinner foam (up to 500m on the 1mm roll) so a single roll covers more before a changeover, with shorter rolls on the thicker gauges.
• Properties: non-abrasive so it will not scratch finished surfaces, water-resistant, and thermally insulating.

Non-Abrasive Surface Protection

The reason poly foam is used over other cushioning is its soft, non-abrasive surface. Where bubble wrap or firmer materials can leave impressions or rub against a delicate finish, poly foam sits flat against the product without marking it. That makes it the standard choice for interleaving polished, painted, coated or high-gloss surfaces that show every scuff.

What Poly Foam Is Used For

• Surface protection, interleaving sheets between panels, glass, tiles or finished parts to prevent scratching in storage and transit
• Wrapping, covering furniture, cabinetry, appliances and finished goods to guard the outer surface
• Cushioning, using thicker foam to absorb light impact and vibration around fragile items
• Lining, lining crates, cartons and trolleys so goods do not rub against hard surfaces
• Separation, keeping stacked or nested items apart to stop contact damage

Choosing the Right Thickness

Thickness is matched to the job. The 1mm and 2mm foam is for interleaving and surface protection, where a thin non-abrasive layer is all that is needed to keep finishes clean. The 3mm and 4mm foam adds cushioning for fragile items that need some shock absorption as well as surface protection. The 8mm foam gives the most cushioning for higher-value or more fragile goods and for edge and corner protection. If you are protecting a mix of items, our team can match thicknesses to your products.

Part of Your Wider Protective Range

Poly foam works alongside the other protective materials on a packing line. For impact cushioning, bubble wrap handles drops and knocks, and foam laminated bubble wrap combines both jobs in one material. For light interleaving and wrapping, office roll is a paper alternative. Browse the full protective packaging range to match the right material to each of your goods, and pair it with the cardboard packaging it ships in.

Order Poly Foam for Your Business

Choose the thickness and roll length that suit your goods and your throughput, and set poly foam up as a recurring line so surface protection is always on hand. If you are not sure which thickness suits your products, our packaging specialists can recommend the right specification and arrange bulk or repeat supply.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is poly foam used for?

Poly foam is a non-abrasive polyethylene foam used to protect surfaces from scratching, wrap finished goods, cushion fragile items and interleave panels, glass and tiles. It keeps finishes clean through handling, storage and transit.

What thickness poly foam do I need?

1mm and 2mm foam suits interleaving and surface protection, 3mm and 4mm adds cushioning for fragile items, and 8mm gives the most cushioning for higher-value goods and edge protection. Match the thickness to how fragile the item is.

Does poly foam scratch surfaces?

No. Poly foam is non-abrasive, which is the main reason it is used for finish-sensitive goods. It sits flat against polished, painted or coated surfaces without marking them.

What sizes does poly foam come in?

Our poly foam comes on 1200mm wide rolls in 1mm, 2mm, 3mm, 4mm and 8mm thicknesses, with roll lengths up to 500m on the thinner gauges. Cut to size easily at the bench.

Can I order poly foam in bulk?

Yes. Poly foam is supplied on bulk rolls with recurring supply available for regular reorders. We deliver Australia-wide from our Sydney base.