Bambaw uses many different materials to make its many different products. But, as the brand name suggests, bamboo is Bambaw’s main material of choice. Bamboo is a sustainable material because the plants grow quickly, require little water and do not require entire trees to be cut down. Also, in principle, bamboo, a species of grass, does not need pesticides to grow. However, COSH! is critical of using this material for textiles because making a soft fabric from bamboo fibres requires a lot of chemicals. it’s important to know that when considering Bambaw bedding. However, these items do carry the Oeko-Tex 100 label, which guarantees that no hazardous substances are present in the products. To turn the bamboo into “wooden” products such as handles for razors and lids for lunch boxes, fewer chemicals seem to be needed. Good news! Bamboo has strong antibacterial properties which makes it extremely suitable for Bambaw’s products.
Another material you see a lot of in Bambaw’s products is stainless steel. This type of steel is low-maintenance and does not rust, making it long-lasting. It is also easy to recycle because it is meltable. A sustainable choice therefore! Aluminium and brass have similar properties.
Other materials you will find in Bambaw’s zero-waste swaps include natural coconut, cotton and sisal (from the Agave Sisalana plant). You’ll also find synthetic materials such as polyester, silicone and nylon, which are not biodegradable.
Good to know: all Bambaw products, which you use to eat or drink, are BPA-free (Bisphenol A). This substance can be harmful to your health.