How does flannel fabric affect the environment?

Several factors come into play when determining the environmental impact of flannel:

type of material used

Cotton is less polluting than synthetic textiles, but wool is the least polluting. Avoid the long-term use of toxic chemicals and pesticides by choosing natural fabrics produced using sustainable and organic practices.

manufacturing process

Depending on the dyes and other treatments used, the production of flannel fabrics can have a more or less negative impact on the environment. Sustainable companies that use ethical production processes are more likely to use only safe materials when making fabrics.

fair trade marketing

Product dumping, non-tariff barriers and other trade tricks can support certain unscrupulous companies while stifling legitimate competitors. Economic conflict breeds ecological chaos, so we must work to uplift the communities that produce our textile products.

Flannel fabric certification available

Depending on the material used to make the flannel fabric, some different certifications may apply:

Global Recycling Standard (GRS)

Synthetic materials do not have to harm the environment. GRS helps companies striving to use recycled materials in their textile products. Even natural fibers like wool can be recycled, so GRS has a wide range.