ECOLOGICAL TEXTILES| Canvas |
Organic cotton canvas is strong, versatile, had a robust appearance, is durable, sturdy and is used in a wide range of applications. Canvas may be used in handbags, jackets, coverings, shoes, paintings, working garments, furniture, tents etc. The fabrics below are made from Aegean organic cotton, spun and woven in Western Turkey.
Cotton canvas fabric is a robust, tightly woven textile widely valued for its strength, versatility, and practicality. Its durability and adaptability make it a staple in industries ranging from fashion and art to upholstery and industrial applications. Originally, canvas was a hemp fabric. The word canvas is derived from the Anglo-French word canevaz and the Old French canevas. Both words were probably derived from the Latin 'cannapaceus', which can be translated as 'made from hemp'.
Cotton canvas is crafted from natural cotton fibres that undergo a meticulous spinning and weaving process. It is traditionally woven in a plain weave pattern, where the warp and weft threads cross over and under each other in a balanced structure. This method creates a fabric with inherent strength and uniform texture.
Cotton canvas is made from slightly thicker yarns which makes the fabric thicker, heavier and strong. When it's wet, it only gets stronger (about 20%). Canvas also has a high resistance agains sunlight and stays in shape for a long time.
To enhance its durability, some types of canvas are woven with a higher density of threads or treated with water repellent of fire retardant finishes. Several of the presented canvas fabrics have an eco-friendly water repellent finish. Like all our cotton fabrics these water-repellent canvases are GOTS certified. For added versatility, cotton canvas may also undergo dyeing or printing processes to suit specific aesthetic or functional requirements.
All these fabrics are made from Aegean cotton that was grown and processed in West Turkey. The proximity of cotton farms and textile industry keeps the eco footprint low. The fabrics are transported to our warehouse in the Netherlands by truck.
Cotton canvas is produced in a variety of weights, typically measured in grams per square meter (gsm). The weight determines its suitability for different applications. In our collection the weights range from 200-430 gsm.
Cotton canvas fabric is a time-tested material that combines natural strength, breathability, and versatility. Whether used for fashion, art, or heavy-duty applications, its range of weights and finishes ensures it can meet the demands of any project.
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