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Burlap, also called hessian, is a plant-based fabric used to create bags for food storage and has industrial applications. It is also sold as a fabric and can be printed, dyed or sewn.
Description
Burlap is environmentally friendly since it is readily biodegradable. It is also strong and resists weathering, making it ideal for the storage of grains, coffee, potatoes, sugar, cocoa and other foods.
Where Burlap is Made
Burlap is manufactured largely in India, Bangladesh and Pakistan, according to OnlineFabricStore.net.
Jute Manufacture
Burlap is manufactured from good quality jute yarn. Other qualities of jute are used for making twine, canvas and sacking, according to WorldJute.com.
Jute Plant
Jute is a natural vegetable fiber made from the jute plant, cultivated mainly in Bangladesh, India, Thailand and China. It grows best in a monsoon climate, since it requires plentiful amounts of rainfall.
Burlap Uses
Burlap fabric was once mainly used to make curtains, but it now has a wide range of uses, including construction (for curing concrete), gardening (for wrapping trees and shrubs) and furniture making, home decorating and crafts.
Source:
WorldJute.com: All About Jute, Kenaf, Burlap - Burlap
OnlineFabricStore.net: Burlap Fabric
WorldJute.com: All About Jute, Kenaf, Burlap - History of Jute
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