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MaterialBarktexBarkcloth combined with the water-based acrylate resin Acrodur opens up new design possibilities. The Bark cloth is harvested from the permanently renewable bark of the East African “Mutuba” fig tree and produced in cooperation with small-scale organic Ugandan farmers. The bark is harvested once a year without felling the tree. Each strip of bark produces one cloth, each with its own history.
MaterialBark ClothRindentuch or Bark Cloth is made from the naturally regrowing bark of the fig-tree (ficus natalensis). It consists of Cellulose fibers and a very small amount of Tannin. It originates from Uganda and is presumably the worlds oldest non-woven textile.
MaterialPrambanam mahogany barkCocomosaic Special Panels are handmade, durable and easy to install. Made from post-consumer coconut waste, these panels offer a 3d effect with a warm and cozy look and feel, while the type of material used provides distinctive natural textures and surprising colours. The Wooden Bark series stands out with the use of mahogany bark material, characterized by a very rich, reddish brown colour. One of the two new specials in this series is Wooden Bark Large.Wooden Bark Large tiles are made of mahogany bark material cut into very small sticks glued to net backing, thus being easily applicable to curved walls. To finish they are protected against fungus and insects.
MaterialBarkThe poplar tree can grow to be about 30-45 meters tall. Protective barks runs up to 4 cm thickness. After being processed the bark is used as a whole piece and not adhered to other supporting elements and is therefore suitable for both indoor areas and facades as a cladding panel. Aside from this material's natural, biobased qualities, every sheet offers a unique look and feel.
MaterialGIRIA Tree bark biocompositeGIRIA is a unique biocomposite made from tree bark and a mix of organic binders, designed to bring the essence of the forest into everyday objects. The material is warm, tactile, and versatile, with a texture that evokes natural surfaces. Developed through extensive material research, GIRIA combines pine, oak, and ash bark with leaf powder pigments.
MaterialReselo RubberReselo Rubber is a patented biobased rubber polymer made entirely from birch bark. Developed in Sweden, the material uses birch bark residues from the pulp, paper and plywood industries, where this side stream is commonly used as fuel.
MaterialPineSkinsPineSkins, as the name suggests, is the skin of a pine tree. This leather-like material surprises with its softness in contrast to the thick and harsh character associated with pine trees. Fresh bark is treated with natural ingredients that preserve its softness. Afterwards, it can be coated with an enriching layer of finishing and colour pigments.
MaterialCorkCork has excellent thermal and acoustical qualities. It's beautiful, lightweight, warm to the touch, hypoallergenic, fire and insect-resistant, stable and renewable every 8-10 years. It can be used as a wall covering and for floors, in a variety of designs, sizes and colours.
MaterialPhellem collectionPhellem is the outermost layer of the tree bark, similar in many ways to our own skin. This collection treatises on its incredibly fascinating biodiversity offering any range of colours and textures. Alcarol preserves the bark of different species covering them with an innovative bio-sourced transparent resin.
MaterialTUOHITUOHI bark of birch wall panels is a new kind of surface product for homes and public spaces. The core body of the element consists of 12 mm thick MDF board and the surface is birch bark (white side). All edges come with interlocking joints. The 12 mm MDF core is covered with a thin layer (2 mm) of bark of birch.
MaterialKingskinIn Uganda for centuries a unique textile-like material is made from the bark of the Mutuba tree (Ficus natalensis). It looks like veneer but is soft like leather or suede. The stiffened version of bark cloth has more cardboard like properties (stiffened with woodglue).
MaterialBarkcloth HPLBark cloth®–HPL laminate is a decorative High Pressure Laminate (HPL). BARKTEX®–Low friction is a reinforced fibre textile featuring optimized abrasion characteristics.The HPL is result of joint development between DEKODUR® Laminate Technology and producer BARK CLOTH®.
MaterialLUBUGO – Ugandan BarkclothLubugo is a traditional barkcloth from Uganda, made from the inner bark of the Mutuba tree (Ficus natalensis). The craft dates back around 700…
MaterialVegetable tanned salmon leatherThis vegetable tanned salmon leather is called Mimosa, named after the tree from which the bark is used for the tanning is derived. As of now, there is one base colour available for the vegetable tanned leather: light brown, the colour achieved by using only Mimosa bark. However, through various finishes a lot of colour/hue variations can be achieved.
MaterialWillow paperStudents from the Iceland Academy of the Arts have created a range of materials including this paper, glue and string by adding nothing but heat and water to willow. The process of boiling loosened the bark of the willow and softened the fibres of the leaves and bark. The willow project is an investigation into one of Iceland’s newly gained raw materials, the willow tree.
MaterialBirch ForestThe ‘Birch Forest’ surface is based on natural birch bark from Finland. The natural patterns of birch bark are unique, each one different and beautiful in its own way. To preserve its natural appearance, the surface is gently brushed and sealed with a natural oil and wax mixture. It can be used similarly to normal veneer surfaces; in Tulipuro’s collection, it is combined with birch plywood and solid birch wood.
MaterialInner SkinsBased on experimental material research, inner skins from sheep, pigs and cows, animal entrails like bladders and intestines that are usually considered as unappealing and disposed of as special waste, are now used to create unique and beautiful objects. If the skins are considered honestly, their unprecedented form and uncommon leathery surface reveal their hidden value.
Materialeuca woodeuca wood is an innovative, plant-based material that embodies circular economy and regenerative design principles. Made from 100% natural components, its main ingredient is eucalyptus bark, which naturally sheds from trees and is collected by hand from the ground. To maintain its compostability and natural properties, a starch-based binder is used, free from synthetic additives or harmful chemicals. The result is a lightweight yet durable material with high stability.
MaterialNatural dyeDesigner Lucila Kenny started researching on the tinctorial properties of local plants, from the seasonal waste, for a more responsible application of dyes on natural textiles. She harvests from fallen trees, but also uses plant waste from gardens, or even food waste.
MaterialWashi Artisan ParchmentWashi, handcrafted Japanese parchment is made from the elongated fibres of a variety of plants. The typical raw materials are kozo, mitsumata, gampi and hemp. Washi is made of the fibre of the bark.
MaterialBarkskinBarkskin is an organic, hand-pounded bark material which comes in several natural, and designer colours. A sturdy material, Barkskin is versatile in its uses and easy to apply. Due to the handmade nature of the product, each piece is unique. Each sheet has a rough and a smooth side. The material is available in various colours, and woven structures or as a sheet.
MaterialStitchedThe basic material for “wooden textiles” is taken from the mulberry tree, the cambium. A tapa is a soft and flexible wooden cloth that Tongans use for rituals like weddings and funerals. The basis for the ancient craft of tapa-making is the cambium of the paper mulberry tree, a thin layer of fibers between the bark and the wood of the tree. Original tapas have a fascinating beauty but lack the practical qualities needed for contemporary use.
MaterialWooden TextileThe basic material for “wooden textiles” is taken from the mulberry tree, the cambium. A tapa is a soft and flexible wooden cloth that Tongans use for rituals like weddings and funerals. The basis for the ancient craft of tapa-making is the cambium of the paper mulberry tree, a thin layer of fibers between the bark and the wood of the tree.
MaterialAndeline Recycled LeatherThe EcoDomo Andeline Recycled Leather is composed of leather fibres extracted from pre-consumer leathers mixed with natural latex and Acacia tree bark as a binding agent. The product maintains the aesthetics of leather, while being resistant to a variety of chemicals and having an exceptional performance to abrasion.