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Sisal is a leaf fibre obtained from the plant Agave Sisalana of which there are many varieties. The plant is grown in a number of countries including East Africa, Brazil and China.
The fibres are removed from the leaf by a process of decortication after which they are washed, dried and graded before being spun into a yarn suitable for use in a variety of end-uses, including floorcoverings.
Crucial Trading offers a wide range of sisal products in different qualities, styles and weaves including herringbone, twill, plaid and boucle. The different ranges reflect the differences in the quality of the fibre, the weave and consequently the price.
As with all natural fibres there will be product inconsistencies, however, Crucial Trading’s policy is to minimise these by regular product inspection for quality.
Floorcoverings made with sisal are hard-wearing and can be used in a wide range of locations including domestic and some contract areas. Special care and attention must be taken when installing sisal floorcoverings where high moisture levels are likely e.g. bathrooms and kitchens. In most instances sisal natural floorcoverings will give
excellent performance. However, because of the natural properties of sisal, Crucial Trading cannot guarantee that shrinkage will not occur.
Sisal absorbs moisture readily and floorcoverings made with sisal can shrink. Care must therefore be taken when installing the product.
Sisal floorcoverings should be conditioned in the area in which they are to be laid for at least 48 hours. It is recommended that the floorcovering is unrolled, laid out and cut to shape but oversize by about 60mm to allow for any change in dimensions during the conditioning period.
