Vol. 2 – FACT / MYTH: Get to know the materials we use
We know that the best investments you make are usually the ones you’ve researched the most. That’s why we’re always aiming to bring you insider knowledge about all things furniture, home décor, and interior design. The rumor mill often plays a part in our buying decisions – but just because something is often repeated doesn’t mean it’s true.
MYTH: To get rid of sour odors in your towels, you will need to add both vinegar and baking soda together while washing.
To remove odor, you will need to double wash your towels. First, you will need to wash your towels with hot water and 1 cup of vinegar, without any detergents or fabric softeners. Then, do a second wash by running the towels with ½ cup baking soda and hot water and again, no detergent or fabric softener. You cannot mix vinegar and baking soda in the same load as both ingredients will cause a chemical reaction that foams which might cause your washing machine to overflow.
FACT: Soy wax is more environmentally-friendly as compared to paraffin wax.
Soy wax is made from environmentally-friendly, renewable resources, while paraffin wax is made from petroleum and non-renewable. Besides that, soy wax burns slower than paraffin wax, making the candle to last longer.
MYTH: Wood is a more sustainable resource compared to rattan.
Rattan can grow up to hundreds of meters long. It is easier to harvest and grows faster than trees making it an abundant, sustainable resource compared to wood.
FACT: Teak wood is high in natural oils.
Teak wood is high in natural oils and rubber, meaning that it has strong, durable and able to resist extreme weather conditions and rotting, even if left untreated. Teak oil makes furniture using the material waterproof and undersirable to wood-eating insects.
FACT: White marble can turn yellow over time.
Teak wood is high in natural oils and rubber, meaning that it has strong, durable and able to resist extreme weather conditions and rotting, even if left untreated. Teak oil makes furniture using the material waterproof and undersirable to wood-eating insects.
Get to know more about our materials here to learn about each materials and how to care for them!
