The name is interesting. What’s even more interesting is the materials applications in furniture and other products.
Rattan is more commonly known as wicker. The wicker baskets and patio furniture are popular all around the world.
Rattan, or rattan peel, is a bit of an all-encompassing name used to represent hundreds of species of tropical palms.
More comparable to bamboo than actual palm trees, rattan grows and behaves like vines.
It is found abundantly in Southwest Asia and some tropical areas of Africa. The majority of rattan can be found in Southwest Asia, in countries
The material has historically been a staple for individuals residing in those regions of the world and continue to be used in a variety of applications.
Take the Bookcase with Rattan Peel Baskets by Padmas Plantation for example. It incorporates leather and both rattan and rattan peel to create a natural, yet unpretentious impression. Feel free to customize the look and use of your bookcase by rearranging the baskets and storing other art, knick-knacks or other items to add visual flair.
The Rattan Peel Storage Baskets by Padmas Plantation can also be purchased independently of the bookcases if you needed extra storage throughout your home or wanted an extra basket or two to place in the bookcase.
Rattan was perhaps a “green” material long before the ‘Green Movement’ began. The harvesting of this material is much easier and less destructive to the surrounding areas than other trees. It is also a more sustainable material because, like bamboo, it grows rapidly. However, as with anything else, over-harvesting can lead to forest degradation in these areas.