The answer is easy if you’re looking for a quick way to add tropical elegance. Decorative woven matting offers the perfect solution because it’s natural, sustainable and affordable. If you visited a tropical resort, zoo or restaurant, chances are they had lots of decorative woven matting. These decorative materials may have been used as wainscotting, ceiling treatments and everything in between. Because these decorative mats are a natural product, there are several gorgeous styles to choose from. The hard part may be choosing just one type of natural decorative woven matting for your project.
Choosing the Right Natural Decorative Woven Matting
Bac Bac Matting
Crafted from banana leaf and cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin trunk fibers, amaZulu Inc.’s bac bac mats feature a distinctive diamond pattern. They also offer the richest display of color variation. Beige and browns in shades from light to dark ripple across these mats, adding the ideal touch of casual sophistication. They’re also incredibly versatile. Measuring 4 feet by 8 feet, these thin mats can add dimension and texture to virtually any surface. A bac bac mat can be used on the ceiling, wall or floor.
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Cabana Matting
Sometimes called palm mats, cabana mats are light, airy and an easy way to add a touch of the tropics to your room. They come in bright beiges and sheets measuring 4 feet by 8 feet or rolls measuring 4 feet by 50 feet. Thanks to their flexible nature, cabana mats can be wrapped around curved or uneven surfaces and attached with adhesive or staples. Cabana mats can also be trimmed to get a perfect fit.
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Tambor Paneling
When you want to make a strong statement, Tambor panels get the job done. Featuring a series of half-inch bamboo strips glued to a fabric backing, these Tambor panels are charming yet sturdy. They’re an excellent choice for areas with a lot of traffic, such as entrances and bathrooms. At the same time, the Tambor panels’ design gives them a lot of flexibility. Conforming to curves is no problem. What about colors? You can choose from natural or tan, chocolate, a coffee brown, and mottled. This shade offers a mix of browns and tans.
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Hopefully, this list of natural decorative woven matting materials stimulated your creative juices. There are so many applications for using these beautiful natural decorative mats. Call one of our design consultants to share your vision.
At amaZulu Inc., we deliver an assortment of natural materials with a tropical appeal. We also understand the need for green building products that are safe, sustainable and ready for real-world use. Is fire safety a concern? Our decorative matting materials can be treated with an optional fire retardant. Which one is right for your project? If you have questions, we’re happy to offer answers. Contact us today.
