Bamboo for baby

With the popularity of Bamboo Baby products on the rise, we thought we’d shine a light on some of our favourites.

Bamboo Wraps:

Organic viscose bamboo baby wraps are lightweight and breathable and wick moisture away from your body making it the ideal wrap for hot weather.

The ergonomic design distributes weight evenly across your shoulders allowing you to comfortably wear your baby for extended periods of time. The luxurious bamboo feels soft and gentle on your baby’s skin.

The bamboo baby wraps are fully adjustable and designed to be one size fits most so it can easily be worn by parents and caregivers of different sizes.

They are light, slim, and strong with no extra bulk or bulges.

Bamboo nappies:

Many people are still amazed to hear of bamboo fibre nappies (”Nappies?!….Made of Bamboo?!….”) Yet Bamboo as a fabric source has been growing in popularity of late largely because of its recognised sustainability, and many unique qualities.

It is becoming a favourite fabric of choice for companies wanting to take an ethical standpoint as Bamboo is a highly sustainable resource with a fast growth cycle, and can be grown easily without the use of pesticides and fertilisers. It is also completely bio-degradable.

Reusable Nappy manufacturers quickly realised the multitude of benefits the bamboo fibre has which make it an ideal material for nappy use. Firstly, bamboo has many natural anti-bacterial qualities, and bamboo fibre is able to retain this, even through multiple washings. This is certainly a useful quality when it comes to nappy useage, and it also helps to reduce odour causing bacteria. 

Secondly, bamboo fibres are also naturally smooth and round without chemical treatment, making it perfect for use next to the skin. In addition to this, many people who suffer allergic reactions from natural fibres such as hemp or wool do not report these same issues with bamboo.

Perhaps most importantly, the bamboo plant is highly water absorbent, and in textile form these absorbent properties are retained. Bamboo is approximately 60% more absorbent than cotton, and can hold up to 3 times its weight in water. This makes bamboo nappies highly functional, and especially perfect for night time use, older infants or heavy-wetters.

Bamboo Socks

Bamboo baby socks are perfect for those little sensitive feet that never stop wriggling. These super soft bamboo socks will offer all the beneficial properties of bamboo, while offering great designs. Most bamboo products on offer these days are totally bland in design, but these funky patterns will keep little toes warm while looking totally trendy. See more at 100bamboo.com

Bamboo facts

• Bamboo as a textile has been available for 1000's of years

• Bamboo is a grass

• Bedding made using bamboo was first seen through mass market chains in February of 2006 in America

• Similar process to viscose or rayon manufacture. 

• Cotton as 5% the worlds crops contribute 25% the worlds pesticides

• Cotton is one of the biggest users of water in areas of the world where there is a growing water shortage.

• Bamboo fiber resembles cotton in its unspun form, a puffball of light and airy fibers

Benefits of Bamboo

•Luxuriously Soft – Feels similar to silk or cashmere. You’ll LOVE the way it feels!

•Naturally Hypoallergenic & Antibacterial

•Provides UV Protection (We still recommend you use sunscreen!)

•Highly Absorbent – Moisture wicking keeps you dry. Bamboo is 300% more absorbent than cotton.

•Insulating – keeps you cooler in summer and warmer in winter

•Strong & Durable

•Eco-friendly & Sustainable

Planet benefits

• Very renewable resource

• Pesticide-free, organically grown

• Little to no water to grow

• Plantation inhales CO² and exhales O² into the atmosphere

Consider Bamboo

Because Bamboo fabrics are naturally anti-microbial and anti-fungal, they tend to repel damp rather than harbour it. This prevents a musty smell developing. Bamboo linens are available at http://www.100bamboo.com/c/56/bamboo-bedding. The range includes Bamboo Bed Linen, Bamboo Blankets and Bamboo Towels and Baby Towels.

Why Bamboo For Socks

It is perhaps not immediately noticed by someone putting on a bamboo sock for the first time that, apart from the smooth softness, you can hold the sock by the top hem and pull it onto your foot in one smooth movement until it is fully in place and there it stays. Most other sock types have to be almost ‘threaded’ onto your foot in several stages. Also, in principle, many people wash their socks daily because traditionally, this was the right thing to do. However, with the natural anti-bacterial properties of bamboo fibre, we have had reports from campers and hikers that after wearing the socks for even up to a week straight without washing, they still smell fresh.

How is Bamboo Textile Fibre made?

The bamboo forests in China have largely been cultivated there for many hundreds, and in some cases thousands, of years. Every year, in spring and summer, new poles (called culms), grow from a shoot underground. One shoot of the larger timber varieties of bamboo weighs between 2-4 kg when it is less than 30cm high. At this stage it is quite soft and can easily be cut with a knife. If left to grow, this shoot reaches its full height of say 20 metres in an incredible 3 months, (height depending on variety). When mature, the timber is extraordinarily resilient and strong. It has a tensile strength quite similar to mild steel.

Bamboo textile fibre is made from bamboo timber which has matured in the forest for at least 4 years. Even in remote areas of China bamboo forests are highly valued and carefully tended and managed. When harvested they are taken to mills where they are crushed and submersed in a strong solution of sodium hydroxide which dissolves the bamboo cellulose. With the addition of carbon disulfide it renders the mix ready to regenerate fibres which are then drawn off, washed and bleached to a bright white colour and dried. The resultant fluff is very long in staple and visibly finer than other fibres. Then they are spun into yarn, like any other textile fibre. The longer staple and higher tensile strength is what makes a tough, soft yarn – which is not as susceptible to wearing and fraying as many other yarns. This is what gives bamboo fabrics excellent durability. The hollowness of the fibre contributes to its very high level of absorbency. But it also takes longer to dry on a clothesline. The hollowness of the fibre also enables it to hold dyes and pigments more readily and permanently, thus making it much more colourfast.

The two main chemicals used in the process are sodium hydroxide and carbon disufide.

It was discovered that carbon disulfide was a nerve poison after many years of exposure at high concentrations by factory workers in Italy in the 1930s and 40s, however with adequate ventilation it is not a problem and it breaks down when in contact with the natural elements. Neither carbon nor sulfur are poisonous elements.

Sodium hydroxide is also known as caustic soda, and it is true that it is strongly alkaline and will react with many substances. However, it is not toxic at all and is used extensively in cooking.

The benefits of bamboo socks are extraordinary, especially for Diabetics!

·         Moisture Control - Keeps Feet Dry

·         Odour Control - Helps Fight Foot Odour

·         Helps Prevent Blisters since the fibres are smoother than most others

·         Green - Made of Bamboo, Biodegradable Eco-Friendly Socks

·         Thermo-Regulating - Keeps You Warm in the Winter and Cool in the Summer

·         Cushioning in Key Areas - Provides Maximum Comfort

Bamboo Socks are currently on sale from various large retailers online and in store. 100bamboo.com will be launching their range of Adult and Baby Bamboo Socks in December. Just in time for those stocking fillers.

Keeping your linen cupboard smelling rosy!

To keep your linen closet smelling fresh and clean be sure to only every pack away totally dry linens and towels. The slightest bit of damp and moisture can lead to a musty smell that will spread through all the items in the space.  Linen closets often harbor a cupboard smell that can linger on the sheets and towels being stored and then travel with the linens into the bedroom and bathroom. Here are several cost-effective ways to keep your sheets and towels as fresh as those you would find in a spa or fine hotel.

Linen Spray

Linen spray is sold at many linen-themed stores. It comes in a bottle much like a spray perfume and it is available in many scents. To keep your linens smelling fresh, simply mist your linen closet once a week. The smell does wear off eventually, so you may want to reapply right before making up the bed. With linen spray you can freshen the scent even after the sheets have been on your bed for a while. Just spray after you get up in the morning and when you crawl between the sheets at night the scent will greet you.

Sachets

A sachet is simply a small bag filled with either potpourri or powder to fragrance a drawer or closet. While sachets are sold at the same type of stores as linen spray, it may be easier to just make your own. Powders from the perfume counter or fresh potpourri or herbs make fragrant fillers. To make your sachet, sew two pieces of fabric together, much like you would a pillow, only smaller. The bag only needs to be 2 by 2 inches. Leave one end open and fill it with the powder or potpourri, then sew it up and set it on the shelves in your linen closet. Make one for each shelf to carry the scent throughout. Replace them every 1 to 2 months to keep the scent going.

Dryer Sheets

Another cost effective way to freshen up the smell of the closet is to set your dryer sheets (or fabric softener sheets) on the shelves. Place one in between every one of your towels and sheets. You can even buy an extra box and keep it on the top shelf. The sheets already have that scent from being washed in it, this will just keep the smell lasting longer until you finally take the sheets or towels out to use them.

Store Extra Candles

If there is a candle scent you really love, buy extras and store them in your linen closet. The scent will linger on the sheets and towels in the cabinet.

Whatever method you decide to go with, stick with the same scent throughout the linen closet. Too many scents may combine into something confusing or unpleasant. Each of these options will only run you about $10, money well spent when you sink into great smelling sheets or wrap yourself in fresh towels at the end of the day.

Consider Bamboo

Because Bamboo fabrics are naturally anti-microbial and anti-fungal, they tend to repel damp rather than harbour it. This prevents a musty smell developing. Bamboo linens are available at http://www.100bamboo.com/c/56/bamboo-bedding. The range includes Bamboo Bed Linen, Bamboo Blankets and Bamboo Towels.

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Bamboo Christmas Decor

Spread your holiday cheer and concern for the environment at the same time with this eco-friendly bamboo Christmas decorations. Bamboo has recently been used to produce many decorative items including place mats, candles, baskets and even parasols. The strength and durability of the raw material offers a huge scope for manufacturing goods. All while being environmentally sustainable which makes a purchasing these items so much more guilt-free and therefore more enjoyable.

Modern Bamboo Christmas Look

Instead of cutting fresh firs and branches, you can easily create beautiful Christmas decorations out of bamboo poles.  A bamboo tree or wreath is sure to light up any home, office or business. Make sure to pair your bamboo decorations with energy-efficient LED lights that are low voltage, making them safe to use on bamboo.

Bamboo complements modernistic décors well; it adds a lively, earthy feel, while still remaining somewhat minimalist for a clean-cut vibe. Bamboo sticks are a low-cost complement to any contemporary space, available at many major retail outlets and, in some cases, even at dollar stores. Knowing how to incorporate bamboo sticks into a home's décor takes some forethought and stylistic insight. With the proper stylistic knowledge, bamboo decoration is relatively easy with the right know-how, adding to any space featuring modernistic clean lines.

Paint bamboo sticks to match your room's colour scheme. The interesting shape of bamboo sticks creates a nice silhouette, but sometimes the pale, natural colour of bamboo can be somewhat drab. Painting bamboo sticks can add a pop of colour to any space. In most cases, staining is not a very feasible option since store-bought bamboo sticks are often sealed with a thin layer of thin polyurethane. If you're not sure what colour to go with, a dramatic black is always a great bet; it contrasts sharply with any wall colour and gives the bamboo a very contemporary look.

Put bamboo into a vase for easy display. Make sure to utilize vases appropriately for stark contrasts. Don't put black bamboo pieces in a black vase---use vases as an opportunity to further accent your bamboo décor. Pick vase colours that will further accentuate your bamboo colour choice. Lastly add some LED lights and you’ve a contempary Christmas Tree that is completely sustainable.

And if you really want to ensure a cozy Christmas, why not treat yourself to a silky-soft bamboo blankets to keep you warm next to your new look Bamboo Tree.

What some of our Customers think...

We discovered Bamboo when looking for towels for sensitive skin, as our grandchild aged two and a half had really sensitive issues regarding his skin, and we thought it would be beneficial to find a good towelling product. Not only were they soft and silky and absorbent, these really natural towels have made a difference to his bath time experience and to the integrity of his skin.

The whole family now use only Bamboo towelling - we love them, and wouldn't use anything else now.

Thank you

Andrea

I love bamboo because of the super soft luxury that it is and then even more because i also love nature and I love the earth.

responsible love = bamboo.

Also pandas are fussy buggers and that's their sustenance of choice. surely that has to mean something!? ;)

thank you,

Cajsa

Having made that first purchase however I began to love my bamboo products mainly because they

are luxuriously soft. The sheets are a delight to sleep in as they have a silky texture that feels great

against your skin when you move around in bed. I would never buy silk due to my beliefs about

killing silk worms for fabric and bamboo provides me with a great alternative.

Becky

" The product has a great feel to it and its credentials for been a sustainable product is nice to know. The best part about bamboo textiles is the silky feel to it and the amazing aroma it produces, I would recommend anybody to buy this as you are paying for quality which will last a long time!"

Daniel

I love bamboo because it gives the disadvantaged a chance in life as well as bring healing softness to those who buy it.

Deepa

I love bamboo because the towels are so soft and absorbent. I love to wrap one around me after a shower.

Maureen

I love my bamboo sheets because they are incredibly soft and luxurious and feel like a very expensive fabric. They are a joy to sleep on and I sleep even better knowing they are pesticide free and much better for people and the environment than cotton. They are also considerable less expensive than a comparative cotton sheet.

Regards,

Suri 

Growing Lucky Bamboo

Growing Lucky Bamboo

Everywhere you go, you see little vases of Lucky bamboo nowadays. These plants pop up in offices, on desks, in businesses, and in homes pretty much everywhere. An important part of feng shui, lucky bamboo plants are said to bring good luck and fortune, therefore often received as house warming or new office gifts. They are know to be nearly indestructible. These tough stalks can survive in vases of pure water or in soil, and in a wide variety of light conditions. Even a poorly kept lucky bamboo plant will live for a long time before it finally succumbs.

The vast majority of lucky bamboo plants are shipped in from Taiwan or China, where professional growers braid and twist and curl their stalks into a multitude of shapes. The more intricate lucky bamboo plants can cost hundreds of dollars and feature twenty or more individual stalks. More commonly, though, lucky bamboo plants in simple pots can be had for as little as $10 for a three-stalk bundle.

Technically, lucky bamboo is not bamboo at all, but a species called Dracaena sanderiana. So, no, you cannot spin this into your favourite bamboo linens. Although most are grown hydroponically (in water), lucky bamboo can be potted up in soil. One final caution: lucky bamboo leaves are mildly toxic, so they should not be kept in a place where pets or children are likely to snack on them.

Caring for Your Lucky Bamboo

Light: Lucky bamboo prefer bright, filtered sunlight, such as found under a rainforest canopy. Avoid direct sunlight as it will scorch the leaves. They are more tolerant of too little light than too much. If the plant begins to stretch, however, or the green fades, provide more light.

Watering: Lucky bamboo can grow indefinitely in a simple vase filled with pebbles (for support) and at least an inch of water. However, they are very sensitive to chlorine and other chemicals commonly found in tap water. Water your lucky bamboo only with bottled or distilled water, or tap water that has been left out for 24 hours to allow the chlorine to evaporate. Healthy lucky bamboo roots are red, so don't be alarmed in a glass vase if you can see red roots. Finally, good hygiene recommends that you change the water weekly.

Temperature: Lucky bamboo likes warmer temperatures of between 65ºF and 90ºF. Do not place the plants in front of air conditioning or heating vents.

Potting Media: In addition to water, lucky bamboo can be grown in a well-drained, rich potting soil. Keep the soil moist, but not soaking. Water as you would any Dracaena species.

Fertilizer: Plants grown in water will only need to be fed every other month or so, using a very weak liquid fertilizer. A single drop of liquid fertilizer is plenty for most lucky bamboo arrangements. Alternatively, specialty lucky bamboo fertilizers are available.

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Bamboo For Babies Bathtime Bliss

Most babies love water and introducing them to regular bathing from an early age can mean the difference between bath time struggles and bath time bliss later on.

That's not to say you have to bath your baby every day, but whatever you feel is right.

When you do bath your baby you may find it a little scary the first few times. It's a good idea to have someone to assist.

Before you begin, be mindful of avoiding interruptions. ie make sure there is nothing boiling on the stove that you might need to attend to or if you an urgent call to take, make sure your phone is with you. Never leave your baby unattended in the bath, not even for a few seconds.

Before you start your baby's bath, gather all the things you’ll need. These may include:

 •A sponge or flannel and or cotton wool if you prefer

 •Baby cleanser, mild soap or bath emollient.

 •At least one clean, dry towel. Hooded towels are good for wrapping up your baby from top to toe. Bamboo Baby Towels are ideal as they are super absorbent and soft to the touch with many environmental benefits as well.

 •Test the water temperature with a thermometer or once experienced, your elbow, but always test before lowering your baby into the water. It should be around 38° degrees.

 •A clean nappy and clothes.

 •A warm blanket

Before you bath your baby, wash his face. It's easier than trying to do it while your baby is in the water. There's no need to use soap or cleanser on your baby's face.

If your baby has dried mucus in his eyes or nostrils, dab it first to soften the mucus. Wipe each eye from the nose outwards with a fresh piece of dampened cotton wool.

Placing a plastic bath support that suctions onto the bottom of a full size bath or a plastic baby bath is useful for supporting baby and allowing you to use your hands to wash rather than hold. Note, that you should never leave your baby unattended in these supports as they can wriggle out.

Make sure there’s enough to allow your baby to settle in the water with his shoulders well covered. Never fill the bath more than waist-high (in sitting position) for older babies.

Undress baby, clean any poo from the bum area and lower them into the bath.

Wash your baby with a little mild liquid baby cleanser and a soft flannel.

 Lift your baby out of the bath, and straight onto a dry bamboo baby towel. Wrap them up warm and pat, rather than rub, baby dry.

You could also massage some mild unperfumed baby lotion onto baby at this stage, but be aware that if baby is cold, this probably won't be very enjoyable, so ensure a warm room or skip this step on chilly days.

Dress your baby in clean clothes, wrap him in a dry, warm blanket

Why Bamboo for Blankets...

Many of us are concerned about what is happening to our environment with all the new technologies being introduced every day, and yet we feel helpless to do anything.  If you want to make a difference, making little changes every day is key to changing the big things in life.  So that rather than feeling overwhelmed with trying to change the world, you can feel like you’re making a difference every day.

So instead of donating hundreds of pounds to non-profit, you can do things like purchase a bamboo blanket, or bamboo sheets, and feel like every time you use them, that you’re making a difference to the environment.

Lots of people ask, “Why bamboo?  What’s so special about it?  Why is it better than cotton?”  we can answer these questions.

First off, did you know that bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants in the world?  A quick research has shown that bamboo is the fastest growing plants on earth.

Because bamboo grows so quickly, it’s easy to replace when you harvest it.  Unlike cryptobiotic soil, which literally takes hundreds of years to grow only a single inch, bamboo will grow 39 inches in just 24 hours.  So you don’t have to worry about being greedy when you buy stuff made with bamboo fabrics.  Because by the time the bamboo product reaches your house, you can bet that the stalk from which your product was made has already regrown itself three times over.

Bamboo can also be found in multiple climates, so that you don’t have to worry that producers could wipe out an entire forest overnight in the rush to create enough for consumers.  Bamboo is most commonly found in eastern Asia down through Australia.

Now you probably feel great about bamboo as a natural resource, right?  But you’re probably still wondering, “Why on earth would I want to purchase bamboo sheets or bamboo blankets ?”  Well, you might think that bamboo seems like a hard plant when you touch it.  You can knock on it all you want and not even leave a mark.  However, think about when running your fingers gently over a bamboo stalk – does it still feel hard?  No it does not.  That is because the bamboo fibers themselves are very soft, and thus make great bamboo sheets and bamboo blankets.  And once you’ve experienced a bamboo blanketyou’ll know what all the fuss is about.

So now you just need to know where you can buy these sorts of products.  The best place to buy bamboo sheets and bamboo blankets today is on line – department stores don’t really carry them.  100bamboo.com offers bamboo bedding, bamboo blankets and bamboo towels.   We hope you enjoy your bamboo blankets this Winter.

Whats so great about Bamboo Bedding?

What’s So Great About Bamboo Bedding? There are more than 1,000 bamboo species. This diversity makes it more adaptable to different climatic zones than most other softwoods. It can grow over approximately 70 percent of the earth’s land area. And it is a one of the most renewable resources on earth. Bamboo is abundantly available in many rural areas where economic development is limited, so it can offer a social benefit as well. Through research and development of more ways to utilize bamboo, rural areas are afforded an opportunity to maintain their culture and lifestyle while improving their economic situation. Bamboo’s versatility is evidenced by its use for income, food and housing. Different species are used for different purposes, including food for Pandas, humans and livestock, woven handcraft products such as baskets and mats, textile products such as bamboo bedding, towels and blankets, ingredients for Chinese medicines and construction of flooring, fences and roofing. Bamboo Bedding? Bamboo makes a wonderful cloth. Due to its hollow fiber, it has unusual breathing capabilities. The fiber is filled with micro gaps and micro holes, which allow for better moisture absorption and ventilation than other fibers. Comfort: Bamboo bedding is comfortable, very breathable, moisture-wicking, fast drying and thermal regulating. Bamboo bedding fabric is anti-static so it doesn’t cling. It is often described as having the “ultra softness of cashmere and the sheen (luster) of silk.” Antibacterial: Bamboo bedding is naturally antibacterial due to a bio-agent that the Japanese have called “kun,” which resists the growth of bacteria on the fiber. This is normally carried through to the finished product, allowing it also to resist the growth of bacteria that causes odours even after numerous washings. This eliminates the need for anti-microbial chemical treatment, which is known to cause allergic reaction and is environmentally unfriendly. This also means that your bamboo bedding will have to be washed less often, saving energy and making items last longer. Thermal Regulating: Wouldn’t it be nice to have a fabric that makes you feel cooler in hot weather and warmer in cool weather? Sounds like a paradox, doesn’t it? Bamboo does this. Superior Wicking Capability: Bamboo bedding fiber is highly absorbent, much more so and faster drying than cotton. In warm, humid weather, bamboo bedding doesn’t stick to the skin. It keeps you drier, cooler and more comfortable. Hypoallergenic: Bamboo bedding is naturally hypoallergenic, which means it’s less likely to cause an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals. Wrinkle Resistant: Bamboo bedding is naturally more wrinkle-resistant than cotton. While it might still require ironing after washing, bamboo bedding can be ironed at a lower temperature than cotton. Shrinkage during washing and drying should be minimal at warm temperatures. One technique to reduce or practically eliminate wrinkling, which could also apply to cotton and other fabrics, is to put clothes in the dryer for just two to five minutes to get out the wrinkles induced by the spinning of the washing machine. Then – and this is key – immediately take them out of the dryer and hang to dry. Colourfast: Fabric used for Bamboo bedding accepts organic and natural dyes more rapidly and thoroughly, with less dye use, than cotton. The colour of bamboo bedding is much more vivid. Bamboo bedding fabrics don’t need to be mercerized to improve their luster and dye-ability, as is required by cotton. Easy Care and Energy Efficient: Bamboo bedding is machine washable in cool water. Environmentally unfriendly and unhealthy fabric softeners are not needed or recommended.

Bath with Bamboo

100% Bamboo Ltd, a Surrey based eco-textile company selling bamboo bed linen & towels has increased their range to include Bamboo Towels in White and Praline. Founded in 2009, 100bamboo.com offers a range of eco-friendly bamboo bed linen, bamboo blankets and bamboo towels. The company proudly offers the environmentally aware customer a greater selection of stylish and practical home linen. Summary 100% Bamboo Ltd offers bamboo towels made from bamboo fibre- available in selected high street stores in Surrey and online at 100bamboo.com. In order to offer the most competitive pricing, linen sets and bamboo towel sets are now available. These make great gifts and work out to be more cost effective than the separate bamboo towels. Whereas the bed linen and blankets are 100% Bamboo viscose, the bamboo towels are a 50% blend with the finest cotton to give the bamboo towels the loft of cotton, and the absorbency of bamboo, which is 3 to 4 times greater than cotton, while retaining other benefits of bamboo such as quick drying, moisture wicking and durability. Bamboo Towel Basics Bamboo fibre fabric is made of 100% bamboo pulp fibre. It is characterized by its good hygroscopicity (ability to hold water), excellent permeability (breathable), soft feel, easiness to straighten and dye and splendid colour effect of pigmentation. Features • Softer than cotton, with a texture similar to a blend of cashmere and silk. • Because the cross-section of the fibre is filled with various micro-gaps and micro-holes, it has much better moisture absorption and ventilation. Moisture absorbency is twice than that of cotton with extraordinary soil release, making these bamboo towels soft yet absorbent. • Natural antibacterial elements (bio-agent “bamboo kun”) in bamboo fibre keep bacteria away from bamboo fabrics. • Bamboo fabrics need less dyestuff than cotton or modal. It seems that the absorption of dyestuffs is remarkably better. Bamboo absorbs the dyestuffs faster and shows the colours better ensuring a selection of colours for your bamboo towels. • Products of bamboo fibre is eco-friendly and bio-degradable. Bamboo Towels Retail 100% Bamboo Ltd now offers Wholesale and Retail trade across Europe. Bamboo towels are available in various sizes from Bath Sheet, Bath Towel, Hand Towel and Face Cloth with colour choices including White and Praline. Save at least 10% by purchasing sets. The Bamboo Bath Towel sets include 2 Bath Towels, 2 Hand Towels and 2 Face Cloths. The Bamboo Bath Sheet Set includes 2 Bath Sheets, 2 Hand Towels and 2 Face Cloths. For enquiries or to shop, visit http://www.100bamboo.com/c/48/bamboo-towels. These bamboo towels make excellent gifts for special occasions like moving home or weddings. We guarantee you won’t be disappointed.

How to pick the perfect bed sheets - From bamboo Sheets to woven Silk, what’s the difference?

Wondering how to pick the best bed sheets? Our guide to thread count, material and weaves will help you make the best choice. You spend almost one third of your life in bed – shouldn't you pay close attention to your choice of sheets? Proper bed sheets are a truly worthwhile investment. Just as the right blanket or duvet provides the perfect warmth for your cosy nest, the right sheets provide a comforting layer against your skin. Slipping into a silky set of sheets is a relatively inexpensive luxury, while cheaply made bargain bedding provides a false economy given the itchy, unpleasant sleep environment it creates. Here's what you need to know to get the sheets that suit you best. Thread count Thread count refers to the quantity of threads woven into a square inch of the sheet's fabric. Look for a minimum of 200, but no higher than 600. Less than 200 and you’re likely to get a ‘see through effect that isn’t very smooth and anything over 600 is likely to uncomfortably trap body heat. Sheets falling within the thread count sweet spot of 280 to 400 will have a smooth, soft, absorbent and breathable feel. They'll wear better and shrink less, meaning you'll replace them less often than their cheaper counterparts. Best of all, they're widely available at all price points. Material Cotton is still considered the go-to sheet-set fibre. It's comfortable year-round and easy to care for. Cotton comes in different qualities, so be prepared for some variety in pricing. Sea Island Cotton is grown only in the West Indies, parts of Georgia and the Carolinas. It's silky, white and considered by fabric aficionados to be the best Cotton in the world. Egyptian cotton is the ‘ultra’ of bed linens. It produces durable, luxuriously soft sheets. Pima or Supima cotton is American-grown and known for its high quality. 100 per cent cotton is a catchall term for non-premium cotton. Organic cotton is grown without pesticides and is a great choice for eco-friendly consumers. Sheets made of organic cotton are carried by an increasing number of shops and can be found online. Bamboo Sheets - Bamboo is a fast-growing Asian plant that can flourish without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, making it an eco-friendly fabric. The soft smooth texture is ideal for bamboo sheets. Bamboo-blend sheets (often made from 100% Bamboo, but sometimes mixed with cotton to vary the texture) are soft, breathable and easy to care for. Bamboo sheets also offer beneficial properties such as being thermal regulating, hypo allergenic and anti bacterial, making bamboo sheets the preferred choice for allergy sufferers and those with sensitive skin. Bamboo sheets tend to be quite fairly priced and range from 250 TC to 400 TC. Modal is a soft, durable fibre made from beech pulp, often blended with cotton. Try before you buy All types of cotton in varying thread counts and finished are readily available on the high street and online. If you’d like to feel bamboo fabric before purchasing a set of bamboo sheets, there are fabric swatches and Try-Before-You-Buy Bamboo packs available at 100% Bamboo Sample Request
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Eco Friendly Bamboo Decor

Global warming is a universal concern. To fight this problem we should use renewable and environment friendly resources. Bamboo is a great alternative to save our forests. It doesn't have a detrimental effect on global environment. Besides many other uses, this ecologically sound alternative can be used very attractively in interior designing.

 Window Blinds

One of the most popular use of bamboo is window and door blinds. It is in use in Asian countries for a long time. It comes in a variety of colours & styles. You can roll your bamboo blinds up or down to your desired height by pulling on a string. You can also choose how much sunlight should enter your room.

 Room Dividers

If you want an extra space in your room or some privacy, room dividers are the best choice. You can get different styles of Bamboo room dividers to suit different types of home decor. You can use it in many ways. It not only decorates your room but hide the areas that are unsightly. Roll your bamboo room divider for easy storage when not in use. It can go perfectly with traditional as well as modern decor. Bamboo living room furniture is gaining momentum across the world. It is as stylish as eco friendly. Its rich exotic features made it unique compared to other wooden furniture. 

Bamboo Linens

Our range of bamboo duvet covers, sheets and blankets are antibacterial and hypoallergenic and offer the ultimate experience in luxury bedding. Great for people with night sweats, 100% Bamboo Ltd bamboo sheets provide breathable comfort and regulate your body temperature to keep you a couple degrees cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter!  Fitted sheets have elastic all around to ensure a secure fit.

If you are unsure about ordering your new Bamboo Linens without feeling a bamboo sample, order a fabric swatch before you buy.

These luxury bamboo bed linens at very reasonable prices, make the perfect partner to your eco friendly bamboo decor project.

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What makes Bamboo Sustainable

What makes Bamboo Sustainable

By using bamboo fabric for our bed linens, towels & blankets, we are utilising one of natures most sustainable resources. In additional to being environmentally sensible it also offers bed linens that are soft, thermal regulating, anti-microbial and very easy to care for. Our range consists of duvet covers, fitted sheets, flat sheets, pillow cases, blankets, family towels and baby towels, with new products due next year.It grows fast.
Bamboo is not a tree—it’s a grass, and it grows like one. Many species of bamboo can grow two feet or more a day. When it’s harvested, it need not be replanted, because it will grow a new shoot from its extensive root system. So bamboo renews itself readily, unlike hardwood trees, which, once cut, are gone forever. Bamboo is an endlessly renewable resource.
It enhances the environment.
Farmed bamboo stabilizes the earth with its roots, preventing erosion. It takes in greenhouse gasses and produces oxygen. In fact 35% more oxygen than an equivalent stand of trees. It can also provide habitat for birds and animals (though our bamboo is not preferred by pandas, and is therefore panda-safe).
It’s world-wide and historic.
Our bamboo comes from China, but the adaptable bamboo will grow most places on earth. Wherever it is native, bamboo has been integral to the economy and culture, used for cooking, beverages, paper, houses, and bridges. In China, it’s known as the “friend of the people”.

In short:
Bamboo yields per hectare are 10 times greater than cotton.
Bamboo thrives without needing pesticides or fertilisers.
Bamboo grows well with just rainwater and no additional irrigation is required, unlike cotton which requires 20,000 litres of water per kilogram.
As a grass Bamboo is self-propogating, so does not need replanting which helps save topsoil and energy.
Bamboo fabric requires less dye than conventional cotton.
Bamboo and fabrics derived from bamboo are biodegradable.
Bamboo is anti-microbial thanks to its magically named ‘bamboo kun’ (a naturally occurring bio-agent), although there are conflicting stances as to whether ‘bamboo kun’ is still present after chemical processing. It has also been said that the anti-bacterial property of chemically processed bamboo yarn is not unique but common to all viscose/cellulose based yarns. That said, Bamboo bed linens have better anti-bacterial performance than cotton linens.
 So when you are shopping for your next duvet cover or linen set, why not give this wonder fabric a try. And if you are worried that it might feel like a tough, strong, durable grass (which it is….) why not order a fabric sample and you’ll see that it is anything but. The range includes Stripe or Floral duvet covers and pillow cases, plain sheets, blankets and towels.

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Bamboo Basics: why this is the Wonder product of the future

Bamboo is being hailed as a new super material, with uses ranging from textiles to construction. It also has the potential to absorb large amounts of carbon dioxide, the biggest greenhouse gas, and provide some of the world's poorest people with cash.
Bamboo fibre fabric is made of 100% bamboo pulp fibre. It is characterized by its good hygroscopicity (ability to hold water), excellent permeability (breathable), soft feel, easiness to straighten and dye and splendid colour effect of pigmentation.

Features
• Softer than cotton, with a texture similar to a blend of cashmere and silk, making it the perfect choice for duvet covers and other bed linen.
• Because the cross-section of the fibre is filled with various micro-gaps and micro-holes, it has much better moisture absorption and ventilation. Moisture absorbency is twice than that of cotton with extraordinary soil release.
• Natural antibacterial elements (bio-agent “bamboo kun”) in bamboo fibre keep bacteria away from bamboo fabrics, making duvet covers, sheets and pillow cases less likely to harbour dust mite and other bacteria found in our homes.
• 100% bamboo yarns show a great elasticity i.e. nearly 20%. Even in 100% bamboo woven fabrics a remarkable elasticity can be obtained wherein the use of elastomeric fibres like elastanes may be eliminated.
• Bamboo fabrics need less dyestuff than cotton, modal or viscose. It seems that the absorption of dyestuffs is remarkably better. Bamboo absorbs the dyestuffs faster and shows the colours better.
• Products of bamboo fibre is eco-friendly and bio-degradable.

With such wonderful natural properties, this fabric is a natural choice for our bed linens. 100% Bamboo Ltd offers duvet covers, sheets, pillow cases, blankets and towels made from viscose from bamboo fibre and carries a 400 Thread Count, making it soft and silky to the touch, while retaining  the naturally occurring benefits of bamboo such as thermal regulating, anti-fungal,  quick drying, moisture wicking and durability
Duvet covers come in two different designs, Stripe or Floral and an option of Single, Double, King and Super King.
If you are sceptical of bamboo and would like to feel the fabric before purchasing, request a sample at http://www.100bamboo.com/samplerequest

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