Restricting indoor pollution with Organic Wool - "Futuristic Sustainable Interiors"
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https://doi.org/10.34256/glim25.0201001Keywords:
Indoor pollution, home textiles, Gaddi sheep wool, natural dyesAbstract
Background: Home textiles today are a significant source of indoor air pollution. Chemicals such as formaldehyde, benzene, and volatile organic compounds (VOCs), commonly emitted from synthetic materials and finishes, contribute to poor air quality and pose health risks.
Purpose: This paper highlights the hazards associated with synthetic fabrics and finishing processes in the home textile sector. It also seeks to propose sustainable alternatives that are both eco-friendly and culturally rooted.
Methods: The study explores the traditional use of indigenous organic wool by the Gaddi tribe, a semi-nomadic community from the Himalayan region. Through design experimentation involving natural dyes and modern weaves, the potential of this wool in the commercial home textile market is examined.
Results: The organic wool produced by the Gaddi community, using traditional spinning methods like the charkha and drop spindle, offers a viable alternative to synthetic textiles. The natural wool colors—black, ecru, and blended grey—are both aesthetic and sustainable. The use of this wool not only promotes better air quality
but also supports rural livelihoods.
Conclusions: Gaddi wool-based home textiles present a promising solution to reduce indoor pollution while generating employment for tribal women. Reviving these indigenous practices aligns with sustainable development goals and enriches the rural economy.
Keywords: Indoor pollution, home textiles, Gaddi sheep wool, natural
dyes
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