Talk:Paper cup

POV
Weighs heavily on the environmentalist side of things, and while presenting such a view isn't bad, it at least needs sources before making such claims. --Chris (talk) 16:48, 20 May 2006 (UTC)
 * I've reworded --Chris (talk) 21:18, 20 May 2006 (UTC)

Expansion
According to incidental mention in one source, paper cups are classified (the source wasn't clear whether this was by a government-imposed standard or by manufacturers) according to lid type. If we can find good sources that discuss the subject clearly and in detail, the different designs and classifications of paper cups should prove to be a worthwhile addition to the article. Uncle G 00:12, 30 January 2007 (UTC)
 * I will look into this as time permits.--Wehwalt 00:31, 30 January 2007 (UTC)

Merge?
I think the very short article plastic cup could be merged into this and the ensuing article moved to Disposable cup. Thoughts? Neil  ☎  14:34, 30 November 2007 (UTC)
 * Not sure there is much point . . . I think this article stands well on its own.--Wehwalt 14:53, 30 November 2007 (UTC)

I agree, no point in merging the article. Infact this page could be hugely expanded to detail the full range of paper cups available, including new developments such as PLA coated biodegradable paper cups. eventsupplies 16:53, 6 February 2012 (UTC)

Health Issues
A section on health issues is needed.

--109.193.237.154 (talk) 21:21, 12 April 2012 (UTC)

XPS foam cups
"A number of cities — including Portland, Oregon — have banned XPS foam cups in take-out and fast food restaurants."

these are expanded polystyrene cups, not paper cups coated with PE, this should be removed from the article i think~(and maybe moved to the plastic cup one). i won't do it, i've got enough work and issues on the french WP! SyntaxTerror (talk) 17:14, 13 April 2013 (UTC)

missing stackability?
An interesting feature is nestability or stackability ("dixie cup formation") might be worthwhile mentioning (unlike say beer bottles or coffee cups). Also for items like Hoovers or Kleenex or Aspirin or Xerox we usual discuss whether it is now a generic name or still trademarked. Also "pointy" cups vs "flat bottommed" Also there is some discussion of health vs the common cup or dipper ... which a water fountain also solves