Hemp
ADVANTAGES
- Hemp is a renewable, bio-degradable, and environmentally friendly fabric.
- It is a strong, durable, and heavy duty material.
- It holds its shape very well, and does not wear out, it wears in.
- It is a breathable fabric, therefore it insulates in the cooler climate, and keeps cool in the warmer cimate.
- Hemp fabric is resistant to ultraviolet light and mould- it does not wear the durability of the fabric down.
- It is hypo-allergenic, and kills off bacteria due to its natural fibre origin.
- It does not use any valuable sources to create Hemp fabric.
LIMITATIONS
- The texture of the Hemp is course and rough, which is irritating to the skin.
- The hemp does not take dye well, therefore it is difficult to colour. (Thred Up N.D.)
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Soy Silk ADVANTAGES - Soy Silk is a renewable, bio-degradable, and environmentally friendly fabric.
- It is very soft and luxurious to the touch.
- It is a warm and comfortable option.
- It is a breathable and ventalating fabric, therefore it insulate in the cooler climate, and keeps cool in the warmer climate.
- It has moisture absorbing properties.
- It is a wrinkle-free fabric
- As it originates from a natural fibre, it takes dye very well.
- It does not use any valuable sources to create Soy Silk fabric.
- Hypo-allergenic and non-irritating to the skin.
LIMITATIONS
- Soy Silk is a very lightweight fabric, easily prone to breakage and damage.
- Washing at high temperatures will distort and damage the Soy Silk fibres.
- It is sensitive to ultraviolet light exposure. (Holistic Interior Designs 2011)
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