What is PUL And Why Use It On Real Nappies Diaper Covers?
Why we chose PUL
When we decided to use PUL we decided to do so with good reason, in fact we did used to sell cotton and nylon covers too.
Here are the sumarised reasons why we chose PUL:
- Real Nappies PUL diaper covers are by far the most waterproof and the most durable fabric,
- Our diaper covers are breathable and used in hospitals and daycares by a wide range of babies and skin types,
- Real Nappies diaper covers were chosen over any other fabric as they are the most durable, waterproof and breathable against babies delicate skin.
- We offer a 2-child guarantee, no way could we do this with the other fabrics.
- PUL has become an absolute favourite for cloth diapers all over the world.
Our nylon covers and cotton covers stopped selling simply because people wanted a reliable, durable cover that was extremely waterproof and lasted: PUL won and is now the best selling diaper cover in NZ and is taking the USA by storm!
What is PUL?
Our Real Nappies PUL diaper cover is actually a thin 100% polyester knit fabric laminated with only 2 mil of polyurethane film.
Please see the exact definition of PUL in Wikipedia:
‘Polyurethane laminate (PUL) is generally a polyester interlock knit fabric that has been laminated to a thin film of polyurethane. This laminated fabric is useful as a wind and/or water barrier in the construction of fluid-splash protecting garments, shower curtains, outerwear clothing, cloth nappies / diapers and cloth menstrual pads. It is very thin and breathable. It can be machine-washed and dried.
Polyurethane laminate was first developed for hospital equipment, where reusable waterproof fabrics were needed.’
Some more facts
We found some more great information from Celtic Cloth too:
- PUL, otherwise known as polyurethane laminated fabric, is a lot more technical than just a plastic backing on fabric.
-The original application is the medical field, and it is still used for this purpose.
-Like cloth diapers, it is used to replace disposable products with reusable.
-It provides the waterproof barrier needed in the medical field that can survive multiple institutional washings.
- The polyurethane laminate can be customized by the manufacturer and comes in different thicknesses. For cloth diapers, 1 mil or 2 mil is generally preferred.
-This allows for a good stretch, complete waterproofing, and is still comfortable enough to wear next to the skin.
What testing have you done to ensure it’s safety?
We are New Zealand’s number 1 reusable nappy company and have been in operation for over 7 years. Our diapers and covers are the only reusable diaper used in Hospitals and Day Care centres over in NZ and have to go through rigorous testing to get the approval for use in these facilities.
Every component of our nappies, covers and liners have also been tested for harmful substances by Armstrong Forensic Laboratory in Texas, USA.
So you see we are NZ’s #1 reusable diaper for a reason – our products are simply the best! Real Nappies Snug Wraps are the most economical and durable on the market, they are soft, snug and extremely waterproof. Teamed with our divinely soft 100% cotton prefold diapers and flushable, gentle diaper liners we are sure we will soon be your fave cloth diaper too!
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