Tag: kapok fiber
In the current upholstery market, the biggest dominants are synthetic fiber materials. But behind those names, natural plant-based fiber such as Kapok is still one of the best options you should consider. But why? because…
In the garment supply, fiber, and upholstery market, the name of natural raw material choice is still highly favored. While there are many modern fiber choices available, somehow the plant-based material is popular. Some of…
What is Kapok? In the furniture markets, this name is heavily related to cushioning and mattresses. If you never heard of them, you can imagine it as very soft in touch and silky-like cotton natural…
Java Kapok, the Long Forgotten Excellence: Years ago, once Ceiba pentandra trees (Java Kapok trees) bloomed, people would consider it the beginning of wet season. Likewise, the beginning of dry season was marked by the…
KAPOK FIBER FOR TECHNICAL USE The absorbency of the material is based on two factors the surface tension and the surface energy of the materials. The lesser amount of cellulosic content (hydroxyl group) present on the…
Spinning Kapok Fiber: The kapok fibre has special thermal properties and a silky sheen, which is why it is sometimes referred to as silk cotton or vegetable cashmere. The natural wax coating of the fibre…