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Natural fibres conquer the interior

The search for increasingly natural, ecological and healthy materials is generating new trends that are worth paying attention to. This is the case with the use of natural fibres, which strike the perfect balance between aesthetics, functionality and sustainability.

Imagination is power: this type of material offers us the opportunity to use it from a more classical perspective or, on the contrary, to take advantage of the exoticism it exudes. Decorating with natural fibres is synonymous with freshness in concept but warmth in reception. It is no longer a thing of the outdoors, now it is also conquering the indoors.

Baskets, rugs, curtains, decorative complements… are all made from natural fibres, which are generally economical and resistant, providing an elegant comfort that, with its natural and rustic appeal, contrasts perfectly with more conventional decoration.

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Resilience and versatility

Natural fibres undoubtedly help us to connect with that organic side we crave, lightening spaces where the walls are too dark or where there are already too many heavy materials. In textiles, cotton is probably the most widely used natural fibre, whether in luxury homes or more basic flats, given its extraordinary ease of adapting to any environment and design.

However, there are other materials that are also rising up the list of preferences. This is the case of linen, which is arguably the most underrated natural fibre in the field of interior design, always evoking uses for bedding. However, it offers great versatility, and can be used in blinds, sofa covers, cushions, curtains… It is a very pleasing material to the eye, economical and, moreover, low maintenance.

Also in furniture!

When we think of natural fibres, we think of fabrics or textile elements such as carpets, but they are also used in the manufacture of furniture, something that has become a real trend over the last couple of years. Among their main advantages are their durability and lightness, and they can be easily modified in any room.

Among the star materials for making furniture with natural fibres, the following stand out:

  • Bamboo and jute: two of the cheapest and most durable materials, which give rooms a warm and discreet appearance for items such as a coffee table. They are also often used for blinds and shades, providing a very pleasant ambient light.
  • Rattan and wicker: their use extends beyond furniture, with these fibres being used to make baskets, mirrors or picture frames. In the case of furniture, wicker is sometimes combined with wood, being very common in outdoor spaces for terraces and gardens, although some models, such as hanging chairs, are gaining ground indoors.
  • Sisal: this is a material that comes from the agave, the plant from which tequila is made. It has gained a lot of popularity in interior design, offering high tensile strength, which makes it suitable for hanging decorative items with sisal cords and ropes, as well as for gathering curtains, providing that refined rustic touch.

The number of elements that can be made with this type of natural fibres is endless (all kinds of furniture, pots, vases, shelves, lamps, magazine racks, frames…) but it is also necessary to know how to dose them so that, for example in a living room, they do not exceed 30% of the combination with other materials.

Furthermore, they fit perfectly in any room, although it is true that in spaces such as the kitchen we have to be more careful with certain elements such as blinds, which could accumulate grease.

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