Interesting Facts About Bamboo Fibre:
Bamboo fabric is a natural textile made from the pulp of the bamboo grass, the bamboo fibre is then made by pulping the bamboo grass until it separates into thin threads of fibre, which is then spun and dyed for weaving into cloth.
1. Antibacterial-This is because bamboo possesses an anti-bacteria and bacteriostatic bio-agent called “Bamboo Kun”, allowing it to naturally flourish and grow in the wild without the use of pesticides or fertilizers. This beneficial quality of the plant remains in its textile form, killing all bacteria keeping the wearer feeling fresher and odour free for longer, making the garment healthier and more hygienic.
2. Highly sweat absorbent (Pulls moisture from skin for evaporation – moisture wicking)- Bamboo is extremely breathable. The natural bamboo plant keeps itself cool in the heat and like its other properties, is also maintained in its fabric form.
3. Powerfully insulating- The cross-section of the bamboo fibre is covered with micro-gaps giving the fabric better moisture absorption and ventilation. As a result, it is able to keep the wearer almost two degrees cooler in the heat and noticeably warmer in the cold.
4. One of the softest fabrics on the planet-Bamboo fabric is similar to the softness of silk. Since the fibres are without chemical treatment, they are naturally smoother and rounder.
5. Naturally UV protectant– Bamboo fabric is also “anti static and UV protective as it cuts out 98% of harmful UV rays”
6. Hypo-allergenic– with no sharp spurs to irritate the skin, making bamboo fabric hypo-allergenic and perfect for those who experience allergic reactions to other natural fibres such as wool or hemp.
7. Most eco-friendly fabric on the planet– Bamboo is 100% biodegradable. Bamboo plants are the fastest growing plants on earth (some species can grow over 100cm in a single day!) and therefore highly sustainable and replenishable. Bamboo is fast becoming the most eco-friendly material of the 21st century. It also generates up to 35% more oxygen than equivalent stands of trees whilst sequestering more carbon dioxide than other forested trees.
