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The last year has seen an unprecedented debate in the European community over the use of PVC in children’s clothing. This inexpensive petroleum and clorine based product was the first to offer 100% waterproof protection and is still the primary fabric found in North America children’s raingear. European research shows that PVC creates a significant environmental burden during the manufacturing process, primarily through water pollution from factory emissions concentrated in third world countries. As well, after disposal, PVC garments break down into highly toxic compounds. Most important, the research indicates a potential off gassing from the fabric during its lifespan. Scientists also voiced concerns that toxic phthalates might be leached from the fabric during its lifespan. Phthalates are the most common plastisizers used to make PVC soft and pliable. They are unstable in the fabric and will leach to the environment Sooner or later The long-term implications of the research are not conclusive. However, the EEC is opting for caution by banning the use of phthalate-containing PVC in all children’s clothing, including raingear. A new European standard of clothing quality called “Oeko-Tex Standard 100” now also regulates the dangerous emission of toxic material in clothing. North America has no specific safety standards for rainwear fabrics, and the PVC use in children’s clothing remains unregulated. Puddlegear children’s rainwear meets all the European safe

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PVC Banned in Europe
on: Jan 31, 2007

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Puddlegear Sizing chart Simplified!
Pull out your measuring tape and start here!

Height in cm Height in Inches Appx weight Appx age
80 cm
(for kids between 75 & 85cm tall)
30-34 in. 20-27 lbs. 10-24 mos.
90 cm (for kids between 85 & 95 cm tall) 34-38 in. 26-33 lbs. 2-3Â yrs.
100 cm (for kids between 95 cm & 105cms 38-42 in. 31-38 lbs. 3-5 yrs.
110 cm
(for kids between 105 cm & 115 cms)
42-46 in. 37-48 lbs. 4-6 yrs.
120 cm (for kids between 115cm & 125cms) 46-50 in. 45-55 lbs. 6-8 yrs.
130 cm
(for kids between 125cms & 135cms)
50-54 in. 52-64 lbs. 7-10 yrs.
140 cm (for kids between 135cms & 145cms) 54-58 in. 62-80 lbs. 9-11 yrs.
150 cm
(for kids between 145cms & 155 cms)
58-62 in. 75-95 lbs. 11-13 yrs.
160 cm (for kids between 155cms & 165cms) 62-66 in. 88-110 lbs. 12-teen

Puddlegear sizing is easy as jumping in a mud puddle! - Abeko uses the European way of sizing by height in centimetres because it's easy and makes good sense. Every child grows at their own pace all you need to do is measure their height for a good fit.

There's no need to "buy big." - Every Puddlegear item has approximately 10cm of growth built into the sizing. The gear will last for multiple children but don't buy it too big or your child will not feel comfortable wearing it. If you really want it big...consider the jacket...it Europe they choose to wear clothing more fitted than we do in North America.

How to use our size chart - Just measure your child from the top of the head to the flat foot. Call us with any questions and we'll be happy to help you get the right fit.

Height - is the one and only measure you need to order Puddlegear - we can't stress this enough - measure the height for a good fit.

Weight - may be helpful if a child is above or below average weight.

Age - isn't nearly as accurate as using the height (since kids all grow at different rates!). But if its all you have its a good place to start. We can always exchange!

If you feel like your child has any proportions that need a double check these are Abeko's additional measurements.

Abeko's additional measurements
  1. Height in centimeters measure full height of body
  2. Year
  3. Chest/Bust measure around the body where the chest/bust is largest
  4. Waist measure around the waist
  5. Seat measure around the body where the bottom is largest
  6. Inside Leg, garment measurement