R&D initiatives in bamboo rugs line revolve around unique patterns, digital printing

Floor coverings with geometric patterns and computer-generated Persian styles vivify selection.

TOP TRENDS

• Unique patterns: Although traditional lattice, striped and herringbone designs in natural shades continue to dominate output in the line, models with colorful abstract themes are produced in greater quantities. Makers are likewise releasing pieces with cracked surfaces, reinforcing the items’ nonslip property.
  
• Printed designs: Several suppliers are turning to digital printing, which enables mass production. This method also allows exact replication of patterns and imitation of intricate Persian designs often seen in fabrics rugs.
  
• Anji, top hub: Rich material resources and extensive auxiliary industries propel Anji’s status as the leading sourcing center for the line in China. This county in Huzhou of Zhejiang province has more than 60,000 hectares of bamboo forests and hosts a vast number of specialists in strip processing, weaving, backing and bordering. Factories dedicated to dyeing, printing, surface treatment and protective coating are present as well.
  
• Price projection: Despite swelling production costs, quote increases will be kept within 5 percent as companies are wary that higher markups will further weaken demand.
  

PRODUCT GALLERY

Anji Banbu Household Product Co. Ltd
Model: BBR-005N
Description: Cotton border; nonslip backing

Anji Lvning Bamboo & Wood Industry Co. Ltd
Model: LNC114
Description: Colorful strips; lattice pattern

Anji Lvzhou Furnishings Co. Ltd
Model: LZ-002
Description: Digital printing; 1.8x2, 1.5x1.8m

Zhejiang Huaxia Bamboo & Wood Products Co. Ltd
Model: BR17-0603
Description: Cracked surface; dyed

Zhejiang Jinmao Bamboo & Wood Furniture Co. Ltd
Model: JMC108
Description: Lattice design; cotton border; dyed

Zhejiang Xueqiang Bamboo & Wood Furniture Co. Ltd
Model: Jan-11
Description: Digital printing; Persian style