Animal and Plant Fibers Are A Sustainable Alternative to Synthetic Fibers Such As Nylons and Polymers That Causes Adverse Effect on the Environment

 

Animal and plant fibers are used all over the world, especially in a region such as the US, UK, Italy. Animal and plant fibers have environmental benefits such as low-priced, durable, renewable, biodegradable, and high specific structural qualities. These animal and plant fibers maybe silk, jute, wool, or cotton. These fibers, although biodegradable, have the potential to cause adverse effects on the soil and the biodiversity of the area. There are two main categories of animal and plant fibers, with one classification having both long and short fiber types, which have different mechanical properties. Long fiber-based composites are those that have a greater degree of internal hydrophobic nature, which means that they are more resistant to the formation of mold or mildew.

Animal and plant fibers that are commonly used in sisal and rugs: bamboo, chenille, flax, jute, hemp, and sinew. Biomass sisal and organic fiber weaving are the most popular in developing countries. Many environmental groups have acknowledged the importance of using renewable resources for household and industrial applications, and advocate the use of bamboo and chenille as the best alternative to natural fibers. The increase of environmental and sustainability groups in the US has increased the usage of these animal and plant fibers. For instance, according to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, there are around 20 major green groups in the region, who focus widely on climate and environmental changes.  This is because animal and plant fibers have more strength and durability than other natural fibers, which makes them a viable choice for high-traffic applications and flooring applications.

Other uses of animal and plant fibers include flooring, floor coverings, upholstery, furniture covers, cushions, upholstery accessories, flooring material for construction and remodeling, and automotive products. Bamboo has been proven to have high thermal qualities, which makes it ideal for thermal insulation. It has low moisture absorption and retention and is a highly resilient material that offers excellent structural strength. It can withstand extreme temperatures and conditions and maintain its structure and integrity, thanks to its high cellular structure. Jute and hemp are high tensile natural fibers that are known to be used for various applications including linoleum, floor coverings, floor decking, and composites.