No Microplastics: Why We Choose Only Natural Fibers

At Hometex, we believe that comfort should never come at the cost of the planet. That’s why we are proudly committed to working exclusively with natural fibers like linen, cotton, and alpaca. Our mission is simple: create beautiful, lasting home textiles while protecting the ecosystems we all depend on.

What Are Microplastics—and Why Should You Care?

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles—less than 5 mm in diameter—that are now found everywhere, from Arctic ice to drinking water. One of the most common sources? Synthetic fabrics like polyester, acrylic, and nylon.

Every time you wash a synthetic garment, it sheds tiny plastic fibers. These particles go down the drain, bypass many filters in water treatment systems, and end up in rivers, lakes, and oceans.

Ocean Life Is Suffering

Scientific studies have confirmed that fish, seabirds, whales, and even plankton now carry microplastics in their bodies. This disrupts their health, growth, and reproduction—and introduces plastic into the food chain, including ours.

Microplastics don’t dissolve; they accumulate over time, creating long-lasting damage.

Your Washing Machine Is a Plastic Factory

You may not see it, but a single load of laundry with synthetic clothes can release hundreds of thousands of microfibers. These invisible plastics are polluting our oceans and shorelines—and there's no easy way to clean them up once they're out there. The only real solution is prevention.

Being part of the solution doesn’t mean giving up comfort or style. It means making better choices.

At Hometex, our products are made with pure natural fibers—no plastic, no compromise. From linen’s crisp elegance, to cotton’s breathable softness, to alpaca’s luxurious warmth, we offer fibers that are biodegradable, renewable, and kind to nature.

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