🪵 Myths and truths about wood wool

Wood wool, a 100% natural material, has recently been gaining popularity in various fields, from gardening and animal care to sustainable packaging. But as interest grows, so do many myths. Let's take a look at the most common myths and find out what the truth is!

❌ Myth #1: Wood wool is the same as wood chips

✅ Truth: Wood wool is not a by-product or waste of recycling. It is made from specially selected peeled pine and spruce wood, to which no chemicals have been added. The fibres are carefully processed, clean and with minimal foaming, suitable even for animals with sensitive airways.

❌ Myth 2: It is unsafe for animals as it can produce allergens

✅ Truth: Quite the opposite! Kowool wood wool is hypoallergenic and has minimal foaming, which is why it is widely used not only at home but also in zoos. It improves hygiene (moisture retention) and comfort (soft, warm) while stimulating animal activity.

❌ Myth 3: It is not durable enough for packaging

✅ Truth: Many people think that only plastics can protect fragile items. In fact, Kowool wood wool is an excellent shock absorber and is used to transport glass, porcelain, large industrial parts and even fruit and vegetables where every gentle environment counts.

❌ Myth 4: Wood wool deteriorates or rots quickly

✅ Truth: Because it is dried and contains no excess bark or resin, wood wool does not absorb moisture or rot. In addition, it can be composted after use, where it becomes a natural fertiliser for the soil.

❌ Myth 5: It is only a decorative material

✅ Truth: Yes, it is aesthetically pleasing, but it is also very functional. Besides decoration, it is widely used as animal bedding material, for protecting plants against snails, and even as a natural fire starter.

❌ Myth 6: Wood wool is expensive and impractical

✅ Truth: Compared to plastic or synthetic materials, Kowool wood wool is a cost-effective and sustainable solution, can be reused, is easily compostable, and reduces both environmental and logistical costs. 
You will be amazed at the volume it can fill! 1kg of Kowool wood wool is equivalent to approximately 50 L of volume.

✅ Conclusion: Less myths, more knowledge and practical applications

Wood wool is not an old-fashioned or merely decorative solution - it is a modern, functional and environmentally friendly choice, based on both tradition and innovative production. If you've been sceptical about it, this might be the right time to change your mind.
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