Biodegradable and renewable coconut coir has an important place among bioenergy crops. All parts of coconut palm trees are useful for everyday essentials, especially in isolated areas where the trees are profuse and where it is problematic to obtain other materials. Coconut shells, however, including coco coir and coir dust, can be utilized in producing […]
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Coir Wood: A Natural Alternative
Coir plywood (or coir ply) has become a popular plywood alternative. As forests continue to be depleted of their timber, it is becoming even more important to find sustainable, alternative building materials. Coir is made from the fibers of coconut husks. As the thickest and toughest natural commercial fiber, coir is an excellent choice for […]
The Coir Fiber Extraction Process
Coir is extracted from coconut husks. The fibers are separated, spun into yarn, and woven into rugs, ropes, floor coverings, and many other kinds of products. There are traditional and modern methods of coir fiber extraction, and these vary according to where the coir is being produced. Fiber Extraction In the traditional practice of coir fiber […]
Methods for Dyeing Coir
Coir is a versatile, resilient, and practical product that can be used across a variety of industries. Additionally, because coir is an environmentally friendly product, humans and plants alike can reap the benefits of using it. Coir is also incredibly adaptable and can be dyed any color you desire. This brief guide covers the basics […]
What Is Coir Wood and What’s It Used For?
We all need to work toward helping the planet, and coir wood is one way we can help save trees and forests. Coir wood, like other coir products, is made from the husk of coconuts. It is the material found between the hard shell and the outer coat of the fruit, and it has many […]