Coconut (or coir) fibers have become a common material in household items such as brushes, mats, and rugs. Mature coconut coir fibers are good for brush bristles, and they can be used either in their natural brown color or bleached or dyed to be more aesthetically appealing. Here are some facts about coconut coir brushes […]
How to Find the Best Coir Scraper
Since the mid-1800’s, people have been using scrapers of one type or another to extract dirt and debris from the bottoms of boots and shoes. In 1840’s Belgium, boot scrapers lined the sidewalks until they were considered a public safety issue and removed. After that, boot scrapers took up residence outside homes to become today’s […]
Selecting the Best Mattress: Bonded Foam v. Coir Mattress
Nothing can disturb a good night’s sleep like the wrong mattress, or one that is worn out, no matter how many times it’s turned. Mattresses may be manufactured with several different materials, depending on the desired result of spring, comfort, or resilience. Today, choosing a mattress means options abound for traditional bonded foam mattresses and […]
How to Aerate Coco Coir
Basic plant knowledge tells us plants need several things for optimal growth: sunlight, water, nutrients, and oxygen. In the process of photosynthesis, plants create their own oxygen, visible in the green parts of the plant’s stems and leaves. But what about what we don’t see? Roots need oxygen as much as the rest of the […]
Best pH for Coco Coir When Growing Vegetables
When planting season comes around, current pH soil levels influence decisions about which vegetables to grow, as well as where to grow them. Since conditions need to be met for optimal growth and high yields, starting with a neutral pH growing medium like coco coir takes some of the guesswork out. Whether growing directly in […]