FAQ
What is Bamboo?
Bamboo is a fast growing and a naturally renewable tree-like grass. It requires little maintenance to farm as it doesn’t need any pesticides or herbicides and very little water to grow. Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants on the planet, with some species can reach full maturity in just 45 days.
There are over 1,200 different species of bamboo in existence and most are highly adaptable, particularly in high humidity regions.
Why Bamboo?
- Renewable resource – Bamboo is a wonderful, natural and renewable resource, capable of rapid growth which can avoid future deforestation.
- Bamboo is biodegradable and 100% compostable within 2–6 months, depending on your specific product and composting conditions.
- Carbon footprint – Bamboo releases 35% more oxygen into the atmosphere than the same volume of trees.
- UV Resistant – This eco fabric will also protect you from the sun with its UV resistant qualities.
- Antibacterial & Odorless – Containing antibacterial qualities, which bamboo fabric is able to retain, even through multiple washings. Bamboo exhibits up to a 99.8% antibacterial rate. This helps to reduce bacteria which can cause unpleasant odors.
- Hypoallergenic
Bamboo clothing has a luxuriously soft fabric that is naturally hypoallergenic, moisture- absorbent and quick drying. - Built in Temperature Control
In textile form bamboo retains many of the properties it has a plant. Bamboo is highly water absorbent, able to take up to three times its weight in water. In bamboo fabric, this translates to an excellent wicking ability that will pull moisture away from the skin so that it can evaporate. This makes it great for both hot and cool climates
