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About our latex material, safety and more

Latex in General and Bodybags

 "You are encased in: Hot - Shiny - Thick - Black Latex, your body is completely still.  Now relax the body and mind, float."
 

 Why do we call them The Bodybag?

Who could possibly want to use these great mummifying, immobilizing enclosures just as a sleep sack;

The Bodybag term may conjure the notion that you are being carried away for disposal but for most it says you have just "died and gone to heaven" - for the hours you spend either relaxing or trying a new escape while locked in your rubber womb;

We want you to know the reality, and never forget your feelings - your body is wrapped in smooth supple latex at all times;

This is no longer a fantasy, "you own it and you are in it now" and your every effort of escape is challenged to the limit of your dreams.

Latex Material  Description for SJS and BBs

Each latex body bag and straitjacket is made in black shiny latex inside and out;

We believe in using thicker latex to add durability and strength as compared to thinner material used by others;

The .030" thickness offers more stretch and suppleness than does the .040" which offers a sensation of weight and restriction as well as extra durability. Both offer great sensations of immobilization and confinement in slippery smooth latex while trying to escape;

Zippers are heavy duty nylon;

Front zip entries have three zipper sliders to offer locking positions at both ends, and convenience access, without unzipping the whole body bag;

Back Zip bags have a single slider. Material samples are available;

Seams are taped and lapped;

Some models have locking collars now made in latex, or biothane;

Front Zip and BackZip models available.Many options to choose from, but we do custom design The Bodybag.

 

FAQ

About Amber Latex

Why is it not clear?

Latex is a natural gum rubber taken from trees. The rubber is a translucent white material that when cured and made into latex sheets has a translucent not transparent look. The thicker the latex sheet the darker and less translucent it is. When the latex is wet, ot the wet look, it is more transparent .

Will the colour remain the same or does it get darker?

All natural gum rubber will darken to a deep amber/brown colour with age. The change will be faster if the latex is exposed to sunlight, harsh chemicals or certain metals. Thinner material because it is less dense will stay lighter in tone longer than thick material.

What happens if it comes in contact with metal?

Some metals will turn amber very dary brown on contact. In particular, any copper, brass and composites with darken the material quickly. If left in contact with brass or copper composites the latex will deteriorate rapidly.

 

Can stains be cleaned off the amber latex?

Not likely. Amber has a drawback and that is the ability to absorb colours. Ink can be wirped off with alcohol, and some stains may wipe off with rubber cement thinner, however, most dyes will not wash out of the latex.

 

How can I treat it to limit discolouration?

Wash and dry as for any latex but keep the bag out of the way of metals, strong scented soaps, and metallic powders. Store in a clean dry plastic or plain cloth (no dye) storage bag. When in use try to ensure the surfaces used are clean and frr from oils, and dirt. If a painted surface make sure the paint is not oil base. Amber does darken and stain easily but the material should remain durable and strong for several years.

 

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Safety Caution:

Latex is air tight, acquire the knowledge needed to avoid risks of injury or suffocation. When in use ensure that the airway cannot become blocked or obstructed at any time under any situation. Check with your physician if you need information regarding allergies to silicone or latex products.

Latex Straitjackets

 

LSJ5 - Solo Protector Model

Straitjackets are made in black shiny .030" or .040" thick black latex;

Straitjacket Shirts are made in .024 material;

We believe in using thicker latex to add durability and strength;

The .040" offers a great sensation of weight and restriction as well as extra durability;

The .030" offers a little more stretch and less confinement but no less of an escape challenge;

The zipper is heavy duty nylon;

We use Polymorphe latex sheeting so that we can have extra black shiny finish inside and out.

Thicknesses quoted are an average with tolerances typically + or - .005";

Other colours are available.

 

 Some notes on our latex step-in straitjackets

Escape?

The term 'Escape" is not that of escaping, getting free. It is our term for the moments we take to 'escape' and travel in a world of, fantasy, pleasure and sensuality that latex offers.

Rubber versus Latex

Rubber can refer to butyl rubber, PVC, BI-laminates: products which are man-made. Our latex is made for us of, only binders additives are used to make the latex strong and durable as a catalyst in the curing process.

Latex is soft, stretchy and very supple - like skin. The tactility of latex is much different that artificial materials.

We use 0.040" - 0.045" thick latex to make our straitjackets. It is not as stretchy as that found in thin .022"-.024" or thinner straitjackets. We believe the soft, thick and heavy feel of our straitjackets is worth the extra work and expense that goes into making our straitjackets.

The Fit

We make our step-in straitjackets in a loose fit. Here are some reasons why.

Form fitting latex in fashion wear looks great. It is thin, easily stretches when bending. Thicker latex has less stretch, is heavy and can bind preventing comfortable bending, sitting. Think of the leather one piece motorcycle suits. The person sitting on the bike looks fabulous in their tight fitting leather. Now that person standing up in their suit will have baggy knees, loose leather in the butt and gut. The suit works best in the riding position.

Taking that image of the leather suit and apply it to the latex suit of heavy latex. If you want to play, sit or kneel or other positions their needs to be 'ease' or room in the straitjacket. Long term use other than just standing or stretched out lying down requires that the suit allow for the person to sit, and bend the knees. To do that we add the necessary 4" to the body of the suit that enables comfortable bent positions.

Our bodies in the standing upright position is 4" shorter in the back than when we bend over at the waist, as when we sit or bend at the waist. Additionally when we sit and bend our knees up, we can need another 3" or 7" total additional length.

That is why we make The Intern a loose-fit straitjacket.

We know there are thin 0.020 - 0.024 latex straitjackets out there. Nice for light use, but not strong for lots of play. We get asked to repair them and see the zipper and seam tears.

Our first latex body bag is over 10 years old and our straitjacket 8. With more than 100 people using them, abused at shows, and the 24 hour continuous uses, they have not required a repair to date. Even we are amazed.

Safety

Latex is air tight, acquire the knowledge needed to avoid risks of injury or suffocation. When in use ensure that the airway cannot become blocked or obstructed at any time under any situation. Check with your physician if you need information regarding allergies to silicone or latex products.

This is our label and it applies to all our products

What is Reinforced Latex?

Polymorphe manufactures our latex to our specifications. The latex is reinforced with a strong fibre material embedded into the latex during the manufacturing process. Once cured and treated the latex remains soft and supple with only a reduction in stretch when compared to a similar thickness of unreinforced latex. The reinforced latex is sewable and accepts gluing a does conventional latex. Sewing reduces the need for metal inserts to hold webbing to the latex body of a product. We believe the all black look and limited use of rivets makes for a good looking strong pleasurable product.

What to Look For in a quality Latex Straitjacket

Find out if you are buying a pure latex product or one with references to rubber which could mean petroleum based rubber similar to butyl, neoprene, pvc, abs or the like. Latex has a softer, stretchy more supple feel and less likely to contain toxic levels of chemicals that can be absorbed into the skin.

Latex on the outside and inside of the product, check to make sure; sometimes a fibre or non-latex liner or backing is used. It may look good but for the wearer the latex sensation may be lost if a liner is hidden inside. This is true of most neoprene rainwear style rubbers and vinyls.

Limitations in product sizing may be predicated on the ability to reinforce and hold parts together to prevent tearing. Llarger sizing may distract from a tight fit, look and feel. Custom made products are likely to be more pleasing in comfort and look.

 

Care and Cleaning Notes
Latex material requires special care and maintenance, especially the straitjacket. Be sure to hand wash in mild soap and cool or warm water after each use. Perspiration left on the straitjacket will deteriorate the latex. Hang to dry for at least 24 hours, then use a water based silicone treatment or powder to protect from the latex oxidizing. Store in a protective air tight bag away from heat. If stored in open air be sure to silicone the surfaces monthly to protect from oxidization which will dull the surfaces permanently.

 

Safety Issue on the use of Talc

Very Important Warning - Please Read

Talc and similar powders should not be used except under very careful circumstances. Airborne particles of talc will accumulate in the lungs causing the potential for diseases. If any powder is needed ensure that a respirator is used or similar to limit the inhalation of the dust.

The same concern applies to sprays such as silicone protectorant shine for latex. Once again we caution to use a mask to protect from the partciles entering the airways.

Powders that dissolve in water and are also proven to be non-toxic are preferred dusting agents to keep latex from sticking.

Seek out the advice of your physician on medical maters with respect to latex products and protectorants.