These days you will see people carrying a variety of bags
around, including a jute bag as they go about their daily lives. They are
considered by many as one of the best type of bags to use. The simple reason
behind this decision is that unlike many of the other types that are produced
in the world today this particular bag is made from natural materials. You will
find that they are known by other names in various countries.
For instance in the United States they are called burlap
bags, in other countries you will hear them being referred to as Hessian bags
or gunny bags. While the names might be different the purpose they perform is
the same. We are used to using plastic bags of varying colours, thicknesses and
strengths, and while they can carry a certain amount of weight they will
distort and tear before too much time has passed.
A jute bag on the other hand is made from the fibers of a
naturally growing plant which has the added benefits of growing very fast. This
means that you have a sustainable source for harvesting and using jute. As the
fibers from this plant is what is used to produce these jute/Hessian/burlap
bags they are environmentally friendly, carbon-dioxide neutral and they will
decompose without causing any damage to the environment.
The construction of the bag itself lends it to being able to
carry goods of varying sizes without any distortion to the shape. To this
advantage manufacturers have the ability of designing them in any colour, size,
shape that they desire. Some of the companies which will produce them will also
have their logo clearly emblazoned on the sides. To see some examples of these
Hessian bags you can check out various web stores.
At these stores you will find that you have a range of bags
to choose from. Some companies will provide you with a service where you can
have your jute bag customized to your design and needs. You can specify the
colours, the side designs, the handles and if you wish the interior to be line
or not lined.
You will also want to look at how it is manufactured
starting with the handles as they are very important since most of the weight
from the bag will rest on these. The different handles that you can choose for
burlap ones include drawstring handles, rope handles which have eyelets, flat
cotton webbing handles, bamboo or wood handles and cotton webbing which is
filled with strong rope.
The next item of interest that you may want to check out is
how the jute bag will be lined and what your options are. As they can be used
for a variety of purposes the lining which can be found may be a matter of
importance. To help you make this choice you can use one which is laminated
with a food grading laminate. This grading gives the bag a splash resistant
ability and allows you to wipe the bag clean of any food stains. You could also
opt to use one which has been lined with muslin, fleece or any other material.
On the other you can choose to use this bag without any sort of lining at all.
As you see there are many different ways, colours, shapes,
lining, and reasons for using these ones that are made from jute. In a world
where we are becoming environmentally conscious, using one which is
eco-friendly, bio-degradable and yet strong and stylish is a good choice to
make.