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cocoboard®
Fully Natural Panel with
a Unique
Aesthetic
Cocoboard® exhibits its natural, distinctive brown hue,
enriched with blonde highlights from coconut fibers.
It is a versatile material, suitable for various applications in furniture
production, such as cabinetry and tabletops, and
interior architecture, such as partition and decorative panels.
Upcycled Material
Created from coconut husks fibre,
a by-product of the coconut harvest
a by-product of the coconut harvest
Woodwork Compatible
Cutting, milling, drilling – trouble-free processing
with all standard woodworking tools. Fixing with all
commercially available screws and nails
Coating Compatible
Smooth surfaces that provide a perfect substrate
for lacquers, laminates and veneers
No Harmful Emissions
Bonded with a bio – based resin, ensuring
non – toxic product emissions and achieving
the E0 grade for formaldehyde emissions
termite resistant
Highly resistant to wood – decay insects
Pioneering
Coconut based - Panel
To produce Cocoboard®, the raw material undergoes a method where coconut fibers are extracted from coconut husks and processed to achieve the desired quality. These natural fibers are then skillfully combined with a bio-based resin formulated by NaturLoop.
The resin is non-toxic and derived from tannin, a plant-based compound found in nature. The resulting mixture is transferred to a forming station and pressed using heat to create sheet panels.
Cocoboard® embodies a fine surface texture that can be treated with any coating system that you deem fit for your project. It is durable, and sturdy, demonstrating functionality and novelty.
The resin is non-toxic and derived from tannin, a plant-based compound found in nature. The resulting mixture is transferred to a forming station and pressed using heat to create sheet panels.
Cocoboard® embodies a fine surface texture that can be treated with any coating system that you deem fit for your project. It is durable, and sturdy, demonstrating functionality and novelty.
Dimensions
3660×1830
19mm ; 16mm
2440×1830
19mm ; 16mm
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Learn about
coconut husks
Cocoboard ® is Made of 90% Coconut
Husk Fibres and 10% Bio-based Resin
Cocoboard ® is Made of 90% Coconut Husk Fibres
and 10% Bio-based Resin
There are 21M Tons of
Unused Coconut Husks Globally
The Coconut tree (Cocos nucifera) is usually found in tropical countries, near the equator. It is known as the “tree of life” for having extensive uses. The coconut tree provides components for food, fuel, cosmetics and building materials. The coconut husks, or coir, is a natural fibre produced as a byproduct of the coconut harvest. It’s normally used for small scale applications such nets, ropes, and mattresses.
Despite its uses, there’s still a huge volume of untapped coconut husks in farms, wasting their potential value. The fibrous material is mostly burned or left to rot in farms. Coincidentally, the coconut farmers are also the poorest workers in the agricultural sector.
By using a material that is readily available, waste is minimized and there is no need to take more than what we need from the environment. For instance, cutting trees for consumption, or clearing forest lands for plantations.
Despite its uses, there’s still a huge volume of untapped coconut husks in farms, wasting their potential value. The fibrous material is mostly burned or left to rot in farms. Coincidentally, the coconut farmers are also the poorest workers in the agricultural sector.
By using a material that is readily available, waste is minimized and there is no need to take more than what we need from the environment. For instance, cutting trees for consumption, or clearing forest lands for plantations.
Learn About our
bio-based resin
Natural Adhesive
Based
on Tannin Extracts
NaturLoop developed a specific formulation to bind the raw material of Cocoboard®. The main component of the resin is based on tannin, a bitter, organic compound found on many species of plants.
It can be found in wine, chocolates, tea, and barks of trees to name a few! Tannin was initially used as a tanning agent for dyes in the leather industry. It came from the Latin word, “tanner” which pertains to the practice of using tree barks to tan animal skin.
There are several benefits to using tannin as an adhesive compared to synthetic adhesives:
It can be found in wine, chocolates, tea, and barks of trees to name a few! Tannin was initially used as a tanning agent for dyes in the leather industry. It came from the Latin word, “tanner” which pertains to the practice of using tree barks to tan animal skin.
There are several benefits to using tannin as an adhesive compared to synthetic adhesives:
1. Environmental Sustainability: Tannin is a renewable and biodegradable material, making it a more sustainable alternative to synthetic adhesives that are often derived from non-renewable sources and may contribute to environmental pollution.
2. Health and Safety: Synthetic adhesives often contain chemicals that can be harmful to human health and the environment. Tannin, on the other hand, is a natural and non-toxic material, making it a safer and healthier option for workers and consumers.
3. Performance: Tannin has been found to have good bonding properties, resulting in fiberboards that have high strength and durability.
2. Health and Safety: Synthetic adhesives often contain chemicals that can be harmful to human health and the environment. Tannin, on the other hand, is a natural and non-toxic material, making it a safer and healthier option for workers and consumers.
3. Performance: Tannin has been found to have good bonding properties, resulting in fiberboards that have high strength and durability.
Cocoboard® is a Versatile Panel
for Sustainable Design
Cocoboard® is a Versatile Panel for Sustainable Design
Get inspired, and imagine with us, as you discover new
possibilities of using Cocoboard®.
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Check out the following applications
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