RATTAN & THE RAINFOREST FACTS ABOUT RATTAN Rattan is the second fastest growing material for furniture production, and regenerates in the span of 5 to 7 years. Rattan contributes to preserve the rainforest, as the plant grows like vines on the trees. Rattan absorbs CO2 and generate clear air and produces up to 35 % more oxygen than a tree. Opposite bamboo, rattan is not hollow, but solid. It is strong, bendable and very durable. It is perfect for furniture production. Rattan is nearly impossible to wear out and lasts for many generations. Most (80 %) of the world’s rattan resources grow in Indonesia near Sika-Design’s factories. Rattan is environmentally friendly and easy to work with. The rattan stem only needs to be steamed for 10-15 minutes, before it can be formed. All furniture from Sika-Design is handcrafted and weaved, using only few machines in the process. Glue is not necessary in the production and Sika-Design only uses toxin free varnishes. Rattan comes in 600 different variants, from these 40 can be used in the production of furniture. Sika-Design only uses the best quality rattan: Tohiti and Manau. 5
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