What are the mysteries of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) film in decoration?

In the vast world of decoration, there is a mysterious material that is ubiquitous but often overlooked by us. It is  PVC film. But you know what? This seemingly ordinary material actually hides many mysteries behind it. Today, let's unveil the mysterious veil of PVC film, explore its origin, characteristics, advantages and disadvantages, and its application in decoration.

PVC film, who are you?

Although PVC film may seem mediocre, its full name is actually the towering PVC film! This thin film material made of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resin has a magical superpower, including strong flexibility, corrosion resistance, insulation, and chemical stability. Therefore, whether in the fields of building decoration, packaging, electronics, or automobiles, PVC film is a busy person.

And, you know what? The production process of PVC film is also very interesting. Firstly, we need to use polyvinyl chloride resin, which is a polymer material formed by free radical polymerization of vinyl chloride monomers. Then, by mixing the resin with various additives and using extrusion or rolling processes, we can obtain our common PVC film.

PVC, where do you come from?

The history of PVC can be traced back to the late 19th century. In 1872, German chemist Bayer first synthesized PVC, but due to technological limitations, PVC did not shine brightly at that time. Until 1926, B F. Goodrich Company has invented a new synthesis method, and PVC has only begun to show its expertise on a global scale. Since then, PVC has gradually been recognized and began to play its unique role in various fields.

PVC, what relatives do you have?

PVC has two main relatives: soft PVC and hard PVC. Soft PVC has a soft body because it eats a lot of plasticizers and often appears in insulation layers of wires and cables, floors, leather, and other places. Hard PVC, on the other hand, is relatively rigid and often active in areas such as pipes, doors and windows, and bottles.

Although both types of PVC are members of the PVC family, due to their different properties, their uses in practical applications are also greatly different. For example, soft PVC is often used to make insulation layers for wires and cables, floors, leather, etc. due to its excellent flexibility. Hard PVC, on the other hand, is often used for making pipes, doors and windows, bottles, etc. due to its high hardness.

PVC film, what superpowers do you have?

The superpowers of PVC film mainly include:

Corrosion resistance: Resists chemicals such as acids, alkalis, and salts, and maintains combat effectiveness even in humid environments. This is particularly important for decoration, as decoration materials often need to face various harsh environmental conditions.

Wear resistance: It can maintain a long service life even in areas with high pedestrian traffic. This means that PVC film is a very durable decoration material, which is very suitable for public places with high pedestrian traffic.

Easy maintenance: The surface is smooth and not easy to absorb dust, making cleaning and maintenance easy and convenient. This is very important for our daily home life, as it means we can more easily maintain cleanliness in our homes.

Strong decoration: It can simulate the textures and colors of various natural materials, allowing for a diverse decoration style. No matter what decoration style you like, you can find the PVC film that suits you.

What are your weaknesses in PVC film?

Although PVC film has many advantages, there are also some weaknesses:

Poor environmental performance: Toxic hydrogen chloride is released during production and combustion, which is harmful to the environment and human health. Therefore, when using PVC film, we must pay attention to safety and try to choose environmentally friendly production and use methods.

Poor weather resistance: It is prone to aging under ultraviolet radiation and high temperatures, so outdoor activities are not suitable for it. If you want to use PVC film outdoors, you need to pay special attention to this.

Difficulty in recycling: Improper handling may cause environmental pollution. Therefore, after using PVC film, we must pay attention to garbage classification and correctly recycle and dispose of it.

PVC, how did you transform?

The secret of PVC transformation lies in free radical polymerization. Firstly, the vinyl chloride monomer is polymerized under high temperature, high pressure, and the action of a catalyst to form a PVC resin. Then, PVC resin is mixed with various additives to form various PVC products through processes such as extrusion, injection molding, and rolling.

Overall, PVC film is a high-performance and highly decorative decoration material. It has super capabilities such as corrosion resistance, wear resistance, easy maintenance, and strong decorative properties. However, we should also pay attention to its environmental performance and weather resistance when using it. Choose a suitable application environment and adopt the correct handling methods to achieve green and healthy decoration.

Meanwhile, as a multifunctional synthetic material, PVC has wide applications in multiple fields. But while enjoying the convenience and benefits brought by PVC, we also need to pay attention to its environmental and health impacts, and seek more environmentally friendly and healthy use and treatment methods. By fully understanding the characteristics and limitations of PVC film, we can make wise choices in decoration and create a beautiful, safe, and sustainable living environment.