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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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