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9 Ways to be More Sustainable
We’re all about being sustainable here at Sterling, but there are lots of different ways to reduce, reuse, and recycle that don’t just invol...
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Foam in The Home
Foam has a lot more uses than just our custom packing products! A lot of the items around you will have some form of foam in it, from your p...
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From the Foam Glossary
The foam industry has quite a few terms that only those “in the know” will really know about, but we want to share the knowledge with you! O...
Gymnasium wall with vertical foam padding beneath a basketball hoop, designed for player safety and impact protection during sports activities.
Foam’s Favorite Applications
Foam is all around us. Whether it’s in your car or on your bed, there’s a good chance that where your butt is planted has some foam cushioni...
Foam sheets in various thicknesses
The 3 Most Versatile Types of Foam
Foam is everywhere—your mattress, your car, your favorite gadgets—but not all foam is created equal. Whether you need cushioning, insulation...
Black custom-cut foam inserts arranged in a grid, designed for protective packaging or industrial product organization.
We Can Work With You On Packing Solutions
Sterling’s packaging solutions, known as “kitting”, can outfit you and your business with custom-cut foam inserts for any sort of package. N...

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