Indonesia is a country that produces natural fibers, both plant fibers and animal fibers. In addition to exporting natural fibers, Indonesia also uses a lot of natural fibers as raw materials for various industrial sectors, including crafts.
Several types of natural fibers produced by Indonesia include cotton fiber, hemp, sisal, jute, pineapple leaf fiber, and many more. However, only a few can be utilized in decorative craft products. Here are some natural fibers that can be used as craft materials and their applications.
Rattan
Rattan is one of the most frequently used natural fibers. Many interior products use rattan because it has light and elastic characteristics. So that the forms that produced through rattan are quite diverse. Rattan is usually used to make chairs, shelves, cots, and other interior accessories.
Water Hyacinth
Water hyacinth in several areas in Indonesia is considered as pest. Because of its fast growth and large size. So that it can cover the surface of the river. However, the stem can be used as a natural fiber. Water hyacinth products have been widely used in various industrial sectors, including handicraft products. In ordinary interiors, water hyacinth can used as baskets, carpets, and furniture support materials such as chairs and tables.
Sisal
Sisal is a natural fiber-producing plant that has strong characteristics and is environmentally friendly. Sisal fiber widely used to make jute sack fiber rope. However, currently the use of sisal has been increasingly developed for home industry to the interior. In the interior industry, the use of sisal fiber is still not diverse yet. However, sisal fiber has the potential to be used as a substitute for other natural materials.
The Indonesia’s diverse wealth make Indonesia have various types of potential new substitute materials for the interior sector. So, if you want a natural touch in your home, don’t just use wood materials. However, there are hundreds of other materials that can still be used, such as natural fibers.
So are you interested in using natural fiber materials for your home furniture?
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