The coir fibers come from the protective coat that surrounds the coconut. This material has unbelievable properties. The machine spun, long pile yarn is not only exceptionally resistant to wear and weather, but also antibacterial and self-cleaning as well. It’s not surprising that it is a popular choice for entrance areas, as it is also impervious to water.

Facts and figures

• Coir fibers come from the husk surrounding the coconout.
• To obtain one ton of fiber, 13'000 coconuts must be processed.

Advantages

• Coir is a natural and renewable raw material.
• Coir is free of pollutants.
• Coir has a regulatory effect on the climate of the room, as it can absorb up to 420 grams (15 oz.) moisture per square meter: that is, 20% of its own weight.
• Coir has a cooling effect in summer and warming in winter. It is suitable for all seasons.
• Coir carpets can be produced with a minimum of energy.
• Coir is sound-absorbing.
• Coir has good flame-retardant properties.
• Coir is electrostatically neutral.
• Coir is moisture-resistant.
• Coir is pressure-resistant.
• Coir is antibacterial.
• Coir is easy to clean.