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Rattan's Journey: From Wild Growth to Woven Art
Rattan, a naturally grown material, varies in size due to factors such as environment and age. It can be found in different regions, including waterlogged areas and mountainous, arid zones. Mountain-grown rattan often appears whiter and may be brittle due to the dry conditions, sometimes displaying a red hue in its natural grain, making it suitable for darker colors. Conversely, rattan from jungle floors is more flexible and less brittle, exhibiting softer grain tones ideal for maintaining natural color subtleties in home decor.
The harvesting process involves initial cleaning to remove natural imperfections like knots and bumps, a process known locally in Myanmar as "Chit." This is done using a sharp knife along each cane. After cleaning, the rattan is prepared for further processing.
The manufacturing process involves splitting the rattan into the outer skin and the inner core. The inner core forms the sturdy frame of products, while the outer skin is woven around this frame. This skin is precisely cut by a machine into strips ranging from 2 to 5mm thick, depending on the product. Meanwhile, the inner poles are split into widths of 2.5 to 8mm. For instance, a small table-top pencil holder might use a 5mm pole with a 2.25mm woven skin, whereas a larger item like a laundry basket might use an 8mm core pole with a 2.75mm skin.
To ensure ease of weaving, the rough side of the split rattan skin is smoothed out by a second machine and bundled ready to be used by our weavers. This process guarantees that each strand of rattan skin is evenly smooth and ready for crafting into finished products. This meticulous preparation ensures consistency and quality across different items and orders.
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