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Cotton

Soft, natural fabric available in a wide range of weights.

What is Cotton?

Cotton is made from the fluff of cotton plants which is woven into fibers. It's a common natural fabric, known for its softness and versatility.

Why choose it?

Why not choose it?

  • Uses a lot of water and energy to produce
  • May start to pill over time
  • Not as durable as linen
  • Requires the addition of synthetic fabric for it to be stretchy
  • Requires between 7,000 and 20,000 uses to meet the carbon footprint of plastic bags.
  • For single use applications, a curbside recyclable material like kraft paper might be a better option.

Examples of items that use Cotton