--- title: "Why do we use bamboo | uvex Knowledge hub" url: "https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/why-do-we-use-bamboo/" description: Bamboo fabric has been growing in popularity due to its many unique properties and is more sustainable than most textile fibres. image: "https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/Ip8h_RfJ8nMnIveOT2YYF-5Kwess2CCOJpH4PubWaCg/w:720/h:378/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC13aHktdXNlLWJhbWJvb19iMzE5MWNmNjNm:t/cb:96d7e4b0e40359c3294561a10e09ac17ae435483/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/c:720:378:fp:0.5:0.5/rt:force/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC13aHktdXNlLWJhbWJvby5qcGc_MTc1NjkwNzE1OA" date: 2023-05-18 modified: 2026-05-15 categories: - Sustainability - Hand protection locale: en_GB --- # Why do we use bamboo | uvex Knowledge hub ![uvex uses bamboo fibres in our PPE solutions](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/HMmWcH-FuDJ0QVtFOS9HpKBqdRVHMQaaotkRiD_aVJc/w:375/h:210/fn:Y3NtX2JhbWJvby1oZWFkZXJfODQzZjU5YmQ2Mw:t/cb:14a7bf5934a132c001b70ea56943b1a3a2d49667/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/rt:fill/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby9iYW1ib28taGVhZGVyLmpwZz8xNjg0NDA0MTcx "uvex uses bamboo fibres in our PPE solutions") Why do we use bamboo in PPE products? ======================================= Bamboo fibre is becoming increasingly well-known for its use in clothing due to its soft, luxurious feel attributed to the smooth, round structure of its fibres. Its breathability, high capacity and quick moisture absorption properties help keep skin cool, dry and comfortable when compared to synthetic or even cotton equivalents. But bamboo offers more than just comfort. If you tried to break bamboo with your bare hands you wouldn’t be able to. That’s because it’s an **exceptionally strong fibre**. Bamboo is mostly known as a sustainable, multi-use, eco-crop with a huge environmental impact. In our mission to become the industry’s **leading sustainable PPE manufacturer**, we started exploring what could happen if we took those strong, sustainable bamboo fibres and used it to create PPE products. Features of bamboo fabric: ---------------------------- ![Light and strong](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/pFFTZL1gazDeMkGjnF6EaWfVx_ry2_vIUxQWtPM-Pv8/w:300/h:150/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC1zdHJvbmdfY2QwNWEwYjJiZg:t/cb:d602faf96493f00fe2d24267dc94407d487869c1/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAtc3Ryb25nLmpwZz8xNjg0NzQ3Mjc0 "Light and strong") Lightweight and very strong ![Excellent wicking properties](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/sETWZ2pX8C-s0nTnldmx1JLVRFkpFl1MqQzxn_dh33o/w:300/h:150/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC1ldmFwb3JhdGlvbl85MjZlNDczNWJl:t/cb:ee4ae9edcb7c5caaf3cc0bc8834c0766def9ca3e/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAtZXZhcG9yYXRpb24uanBnPzE2ODQ3NDcyNzQ "Excellent wicking properties") Excellent wicking properties and pulls moisture away from the skin so that it can evaporate ![Bamboo is kind to skin](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/l6htApvnZTb4JGbpBht0fH51PK3T_LWYKral-C57MUo/w:300/h:150/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC1raW5kLXRvLXNraW5fY2U2ZTA3NTI2OA:t/cb:f65bfe9d08e43986e3b736fb81514745c849b666/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAta2luZC10by1za2luLmpwZz8xNjg0NDA3MzI3 "Bamboo is kind to skin") Does not cause skin reactions like wool and hemp can cause ![Can absorb 50% more moisture than cotton](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/l7gRBz12Mlm1ILVoLrHaqIiyfxYBBc4O0VCxovBM0kA/w:300/h:150/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC1hYnNvcnB0aW9uXzJmNDdiZjZjYjg:t/cb:17039233dcb6a2dc4a7f1a055765324bc504a950/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAtYWJzb3JwdGlvbi5qcGc_MTY4NDc0NzM2Mg "Can absorb 50% more moisture than cotton") Can absorb up to 50% more moisture than cotton ![Bamboo is able to take three times its weight in water](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/99KVsfsWbHRf7jcwzJCCSsoL9u-zi9wjNZUaTLO4w_g/w:300/h:150/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC0zLXRpbWVzLXdlaWdodF8wMTdiOTk3N2Iy:t/cb:05e952802a132016476cceaf76918560fc2cc4c0/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAtMy10aW1lcy13ZWlnaHQuanBnPzE2ODQ0MDY0MTM "Bamboo is able to take three times its weight in water") Able to take three times its weight in water ![Cool in summer and warm in winter](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/49XdVXGY6m9LC7AJOqKiT1lblQVEfsvvJug04oSwHa0/w:300/h:150/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC1jb29sLWFuZC13YXJtXzgzNjhhN2Q4MWU:t/cb:eba90fa49dc8d9f45aba8a7095b8344c6acb0884/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAtY29vbC1hbmQtd2FybS5qcGc_MTY4NDQwNzU4MA "Cool in summer and warm in winter") Cool in summer and warm in winter ![Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/tBwA9eCh1qxo5aKDN_C7fi5GtjVA_WeHTuXWIj2nKLc/w:140/h:140/fn:Y3NtXzE0MC1oeXBvYWxsZXJnZW5pY18zNmE3NTUyYzIw:t/cb:1980cb106263bdbce114112ec77baafcc200fbef/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8xNDAtaHlwb2FsbGVyZ2VuaWMuanBnPzE2ODYyOTkwMzM "Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic") Bamboo is also **naturally hypoallergenic** making it ideal for those with sensitive skin. Bamboo also has many **antibacterial** qualities, which bamboo fabric is able to retain, even through multiple washings. This helps to **reduce bacteria** that thrive on clothing and cause unpleasant odours - making it ideal for gloves and physically demanding tasks. ### Silky-soft feel and high moisture absorption thanks to bamboo fibres uvex cut protection gloves based on the latest generation of patented [uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® technology](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-cut-protection-range/) set new standards in protection, comfort, flexibility, dexterity and economy. The tailor-made cut-protection comfort class helps increase wearer acceptance - particularly when carrying out demanding activities. The unique combination of silky-soft bamboo fibre and high-tech protective fibres ensures a high level of wearer comfort and good climate characteristics, while also providing effective protection. After all, a safety glove can only help to prevent accidents if the user actually wears it. [ ![uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® technology](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/rWhEe3T3a8IP6pY2RU9dNmskzAhj9iwOTTUd6kC-HzU/w:300/h:300/fn:Y3NtXzMwMC1iYW1ib28tdHdpbmZsZXgtbG9nb19lNmFkNjk1NmYz:t/cb:6c3bf0d56119df7a9a512763aa96b174ae028dd9/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8zMDAtYmFtYm9vLXR3aW5mbGV4LWxvZ28uanBnPzE3NTc1MDA5ODU "uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® technology") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-cut-protection-range/) ![High-grade HPPE fibres plus bamboo](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/d0xJTi6JxAx1wn9ujQccJiz_68OeDB6go0gIFWBtuOM/w:345/h:132/fn:Y3NtXzExMDAtYmFtYm9vLXR3aW5mbGV4LWZpYnJlc18yNTdmOGMxYTkw:t/cb:9db1c3cffcd56ef62df35d2803f723b749b00858/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8xMTAwLWJhbWJvby10d2luZmxleC1maWJyZXMuanBnPzE3NjI1MTI5MjA "High-grade HPPE fibres plus bamboo") ### Unique combination of materials ![Unique combination of materials](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/rW4qm2uput6RuUbl0FsGvdL9xwi3EwnlKzVPFj2YV_g/w:345/h:169/fn:Y3NtXzczNy1jb21iaW5hdGlvbi1tYXRlcmlhbHNfZDJiNjM4NDk4Yg:t/cb:fd03dc4472b3827c6ccb0943a5f2470a65c6b473/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL3RlY2hub2xvZ3kvNzM3LWNvbWJpbmF0aW9uLW1hdGVyaWFscy5qcGc_MTc2MjM1NTU2Mw "Unique combination of materials") **Maximum protection and wearing comfort** thanks to double-layered material **Durability and breathability** thanks to high-quality HPPE fibres and bamboo **Abrasion resistance and cut protection** thanks to Polyamide and and Steel fibres ### From bamboo to safety glove uvex patented [**Bamboo TwinFlex® technology**](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-cut-protection-range/) combines outstanding skin sensory properties with excellent climate characteristics. Bamboo fabric is a natural textile made from the pulp of the bamboo grass. Bamboo fabric has been growing in popularity due to its many unique properties and is more sustainable than most textile fibres. ![](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.co.uk/Media/blog/gloves/mob-bamboo-fibres-journey.svg?1763132476) ![uvex bamboo process](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.co.uk/Media/blog/gloves/1920-bamboo-fibres-journey.svg?1763132395 "uvex bamboo process") | Bamboo, a renewable resource, is grown efficiently with no pesticides or harsh chemicals | |---| | The bamboo is cultivated and processed in our CO2-neutral facility, using only 100% green energy | |---| | The bamboo fibres are then spun into an extremely durable and silky-soft yarn | |---| | The yarn is manufactured into a tightly-bound knit alongside protective fibres to produce uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® | |---| ![](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/tfSn2I-xnC-f8xWNFHncpD6qLV6GGNJocLL3BAqjjg0/w:375/h:210/fn:Y3NtX21vYi1iYW1ib28tc3RlbV9kZWUwZTJjZDY5:t/cb:5e8a848941d142c5a2745f65fcc02640b704f80e/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby9tb2ItYmFtYm9vLXN0ZW0uanBnPzE2ODQ1MDk5MzM) ![Bamboo fibres are lightweight and very strong](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/vBNt6Qsm_VUBNnbSd40eGPcaYOeY9ZOrcr05-veDsug/w:375/h:39/fn:Y3NtXzE5MjAtYmFtYm9vLXN0ZW1fNWJjN2M5NTc3NA:t/cb:eada05d8d6d4b7f1fd99a6446e2d65ce80a7e4de/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby8xOTIwLWJhbWJvby1zdGVtLmpwZz8xNjg0NTA5OTMz "Bamboo fibres are lightweight and very strong") ### From bamboo to safety shoe The breathable distance mesh lining of the uvex 1 G2 planet is made of 18% bamboo fibres and 52% recycled polyester. [Find out more](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/uvex-1-g2-planet-sustainable-safety-footwear/) ![Distance mesh lining](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/6nMuSHN4M1xX1ZsQETVs9osemd7XM9cXyoY9O2_cK6g/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC11dmV4LTEtZzItbGluZXJfNmYwMzQ2MjMwMA:t/cb:8fd335d01692046419ab91de2aa2ffe172b24f25/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2JhbWJvby81NDAtdXZleC0xLWcyLWxpbmVyLmpwZz8xNjg2MjMyNjA5 "Distance mesh lining") --- ### uvex products featuring bamboo fibres ![uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® D SG](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/shop-media/71QCW9I9qlTnqaV173GGeEtVe_90mWszMlgnWin9p34/cb:1756915694/w:540/h:540/bWVkaWEvNjgvODkvZTYvMTc1NjkxNTY5NC82MDA5Ml9tYWluZnd1dHo5a3dqbGt4bS5qcGc "uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® D SG") [uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® D SG](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-d-sg-60092-UK/) ![uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® D 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uXT1](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-f-uxt1-60095-UK/) ![uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® F sleeve](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/shop-media/nWR-o8wdsi7sx7mRfwqHh2C66CV0zrmCYGeFStHdvxE/cb:1762532505/w:540/h:540/bWVkaWEvMDEvNjUvY2MvMTc2MjUzMjUwNS82MDA5Ni1tYWluLmpwZw "uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® F sleeve") [uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® F sleeve](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-f-sleeve-60096-UK/) ![uvex C500 sleeve](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/shop-media/huFu0iSJntyRVPLvXjCEYzSlMmC3J5aR0NYLpVkAlZM/cb:1756915770/w:540/h:540/bWVkaWEvYTYvY2YvYjEvMTc1NjkxNTc3MC82MDQ5MV9tYWluLmpwZw "uvex C500 sleeve") [uvex C500 sleeve](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-c500-sleeve-60491-UK/) ![uvex C500](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/shop-media/cZ6I3W0pMRlZFXWuufgcO9hNGyPPhHNkkokCl3gukOo/cb:1756915700/w:540/h:540/bWVkaWEvNjYvNmQvOTQvMTc1NjkxNTcwMC82MDQ5N19mMS5qcGc "uvex C500") [uvex 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It grows quickly, requires relatively little water, and does not typically need pesticides or fertilisers. When responsibly sourced and processed, bamboo can contribute to more environmentally conscious workwear solutions. Does bamboo fabric help with odour control? ------------------------------------------------ Yes, bamboo-based textiles can support odour control. The material has natural antibacterial properties, which can help to reduce the build-up of odour-causing bacteria. This makes bamboo a popular choice for PPE worn in demanding or high-activity environments. Is bamboo comfortable for all-day wear in PPE? --------------------------------------------------- Bamboo fibres are known for their softness and smooth feel against the skin, making them ideal for prolonged use. 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