Shower Curtain Fabrics
The modern manufacturing world allows the consumer thousands of choices when it comes to what types of shower curtains they wish to buy, the fabric or material is of no exception. Most shower curtains are made of either plastic or recycled plastic, vinyl or fabric. Plastic and vinyl both provide a durable material which is completely water proof and will ensure a good protective barrier for your bath area. Plastic is also easy to add bright color and patterns to. Some designs will actually look to mimic a fabric design that you might find on a real curtain or designer accent to your home. The more environmentally conscious consumer may want to look for a recycled plastic. However, plastic is not biodegradable and is accumulating in our landfills, water, and even foods. For the very eco-conscious plastic might not be an option and there are other alternatives. One of the most natural and practical fibers available for shower curtain use is hemp. The hemp fiber is very durable and can take on softer earth-tone colors. You can use a hemp shower curtain to begin an environmentally friendly theme within your bathroom; this could mean eventually adding a low-flow toilet and shower head. There are other types of fabric shower curtains available beyond hemp; usually these are a synthesis of natural and synthetic material. Fabric shower curtains are treated with a waterproof adhesive to ensure they hold color. These shower curtains are also a great alternative to plastic and vinyl and may be easier to find then a hemp shower curtain.