Melamine Racks

the chemicals that are involved in the milk scandal are quite different than the melamine resin coated wood we are using.

the same material (melamine resin) is quite common in kitchen products

from wiki:

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Melamine resin is often used in kitchen utensils and plates (such as Melmac). Melamine resin utensils and bowls are not microwave safe, as they absorb the microwave radiation and heat up.[1] As with all thermosetting materials, melamine resin cannot be melted and, therefore, cannot be recycled.

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as for the wood off-gassing formaldahide.. no idea but unless you have no ventilation it shouldn't be a problem.

I have heard the same issues with plastic racks. I think there would have been more reports if it were a big issue. I know people who have used melamine racks for years and years with no problems at all.

Just a note on formaldehyde....anyone ingesting aspartame (nutrisweet in diet pop primarily), is probably ingesting way more formaldehyde than you are potentially breathing in from a melamine rack.

Dan needs some people skills, I've seen the guy 2 times he always looked angry.

melamine isnt a problem, when exposed to room tempature or higher it doesnt let off a large amount of Formaldehyde to cause health problems... This chemical is found in things like plywood, paneling, and even cosmetics... Formaldehyde in small concentrations is a normal part of our environment.

My concern wouldn't be about chemicals, but rather sagging and longevity of the rack/cage. Though its so cheap that if you needed to replace a piece or two, no biggie. It's also mega heavy, so moving it can be a chore.

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Originally Posted by blueapplepaste

My concern wouldn't be about chemicals, but rather sagging and longevity of the rack/cage. Though its so cheap that if you needed to replace a piece or two, no biggie. It's also mega heavy, so moving it can be a chore.

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yea, thats why you should never build one that too long, or sagging will be a problem...

I had both of my Melamine racks, though my smaller one took around a year to start.

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Originally Posted by Beardedragon

I had both of my Melamine racks, though my smaller one took around a year to start.

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for got the Keyword Sag lol!

Should read Both of my Melamine racks bowed over time, the bigger one of coarse faster than the smaller.

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Originally Posted by Beardedragon

for got the Keyword Sag lol!

Should read Both of my Melamine racks bowed over time, the bigger one of coarse faster than the smaller.

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Same here. Mine weren't overly large, but started to sag after about three years.