What is bamboo?
Bamboo is a plant, specifically a grass, which belongs to the subfamily Bambusoideae. There are between 1300 and 1600 different species. As explained below, it is one of the most ecological and multifunctional options. One of its peculiarities is its rapid growth.
Throughout history, it has been widely used thanks to the great resistance it offers and the fact that it is environmentally friendly.
What is bamboo used for, and what are its possible uses?
There are many uses for this material. It is present in many sectors, as it is highly versatile and can be used to make a wide range of products.
From construction, where it is used for its great resistance, rigidity and elasticity, to the textile industry, where it is used for the development of ecological fibres that are used for all kinds of garments, such as bed linen, where it stands out for its great softness and for being an absorbent fabric. It is also used in the electronics industry, where it is used for Bluetooth speakers, external batteries for mobile phones and smartphone covers.
In addition, from the stem and fibres of the plant, different objects can be made, from portable batteries to household utensils. As it can be worked in the same way as wood, the range of items that can be made is very wide: furniture, baskets, toys, cutlery sets or personalized notebooks.
What are the benefits of using bamboo?
Bamboo has many benefits. As a crop, it absorbs 30% more CO2 than trees, so it produces much more oxygen throughout its life, making it a tool for combating climate change, both for its capacity to store CO2 and to regenerate the planet's soils. It does not require pesticides or irrigation systems, but uses rainwater instead.
Faced with an ever-increasing demand for materials to replace plastic, bamboo is becoming a sustainable choice for the manufacture of everyday products, as it is easily renewable and natural. As a curiosity, it is known as vegetable steel because of its high resistance, while remaining light and flexible, as well as the fact that it can be treated in the same way as wood. All these characteristics make it the plant of a thousand uses.
What products can we find made from this material?
The great versatility and resistance of bamboo makes it present in a great multitude of articles in our catalogue. It is used for very different objects from a pen to a portable battery, being a present and profitable option in advertising gifts.
Some of the most useful alternatives you can find:
Wooden fans
The sticks are made from this fibre and the fabric in rPET, made from recycled plastic, in order to help the sustainability of the planet. It will become your great ally for the summer, helping you to cool those hotter moments, and we have all been grateful to have it at hand at many times. If you are planning an event during the summer months, this could be the perfect gift, useful, customizable and sustainable.
Wooden fans
The sticks are made from this fibre and the fabric in rPET, made from recycled plastic, in order to help the sustainability of the planet. It will become your great ally for the summer, helping you to cool those hotter moments, and we have all been grateful to have it at hand at many times. If you are planning an event during the summer months, this could be the perfect gift, useful, customizable and sustainable.
Engraved pens
The one that never fails, present in our daily lives, whether in the office or at home, who hasn't had an advertising pen? Bamboo pens have a unique and attractive design and are environmentally friendly. What could be better? An original way for the company to give a classic as a gift.
Personalized thermos flasks
it's time to ditch the plastic bottles, and what better way than with this reusable bottle. The bamboo wood lining gives it an elegant and natural design. It also keeps the water cold for 24 hours and hot for up to 12 hours. Ideal for the office, the gym or even at home. Giving this personalized item as a gift will allow your brand to be present in people's daily lives.
Speakers
They are an ideal way to create brand recall effectively, thanks to their functionality and modernity. The coating offered by this material gives it a distinguished look. Its ease of use and compatibility with different devices make it an ideal gift.
And as we have already said, there are many more possibilities, and it is not for nothing that it is known as the plant of a thousand uses, its options are innumerable.
What is the cost of bamboo?
These products tend to have a slightly higher price tag. However, they are worth it, as they offer an elegant and distinctive design. In addition, their wooden finish provides a unique and quality look, making these personalized items the best option to stand out.
It should not be forgotten that bamboo is a natural material and in a world where awareness of the importance of preserving the environment is becoming increasingly important, bamboo can become a sustainable alternative when choosing corporate gifts.