| It’s the smooth, delicate feel of silk fabric that first | | | | Silk is very environmentally friendly as it is also |
| draws many people in. The rich, shimmering colors | | | | biodegradable. Whenever you are done with a silk |
| from this fabric adds an instant “oomph” to any | | | | product, it can be used as mulch or even compost. |
| item it is on. Was it mentioned that it is pretty | | | | Petroleum-based fabrics will end up sticking around for |
| eco-friendly? | | | | years in a landfill if you toss it in the garbage. Think |
| From being into fabric to dress empresses in ancient | | | | about this: 38 million tons of synthetic fibers are |
| China to being used in activewear, silk fabric’s | | | | produced every year. When you buy silk products, |
| luster has captivated humankind for thousands of | | | | that is something that will be useful even after it is |
| years. It is no surprise that the fabric is a popular | | | | thrown away. |
| choice for window treatments. For anyone who is | | | | However, keep in mind that silk fabrics are not |
| going green with drapes in her home, silk is a safe | | | | completely bulletproof. While silk is often quoted as |
| choice that will add a soft, sheer touch and won’t | | | | being as strong a strong fabric, it is used in fine gauge |
| hurt the environment. | | | | fibers and as well as thin fabrics. These fabrics can be |
| Consider these following items: | | | | degraded by sun exposure, throwing it in the laundry |
| Silk is a renewable fabric, meaning that it is not created | | | | and even hot temperatures. Seriously, remember to |
| like textiles such as nylon and acrylic. It is created by | | | | never throw silk items in the dryer at home. |
| protein fiber spun by silk moth larvae to make its | | | | If you are in the market for new window treatments |
| cocoon. Because it is a natural protein fiber, it is great | | | | that are eco-concious, you can green your décor |
| for those who have allergic skin. | | | | with luxurious silk drapes. |