KAPOK FIBRE
Plant-Based Stuffing
from Kapok Seed Pods

Kapok Fibre

Lightweight Natural Plant Filling

Kapok is a naturally lightweight plant fibre collected from the seed pods of the kapok tree (Ceiba pentandra). The silky floss surrounding the seeds is harvested, cleaned and prepared as a natural filling material.

Kapok fibres are extremely light — around one eighth the weight of cotton — and have natural buoyancy and resilience. The fibre is also naturally moisture resistant and quick drying.

Because kapok fibres are short and brittle, they are not suitable for spinning or felting. Instead, they are widely used as a plant-based filling for cushions, toys and textile projects.

How Kapok is Harvested

The seed pods of the kapok tree are harvested or collected once they fall from the tree. The pods are opened and the seeds are separated from the surrounding fibre. The fibre is then cleaned and prepared for use.

Suitable for

• Cushion and pillow filling
• Soft toys and dolls
• Upholstery and seat pads
• Meditation cushions
• Draft excluders
• Quilted projects and decorative textiles

Kapok is an excellent vegan alternative to wool or feather fillings.

Fibre Details

• 100% kapok seed pod fibre
• Plant-based stuffing fibre
• Fibre origin: Thailand
• Cleaned and prepared in Thailand
• Extremely lightweight natural floss

Fibre Properties

• Ultra-light
• Naturally moisture resistant
• Quick drying
• Resilient and buoyant
• Plant-based and vegan friendly

Fill Guide (approx.)

40 × 40 cm pillow

• Light fill: approx. 550 g
• Firm fill: approx. 1100 g

Working Tips

Fluff the fibre before use to create even loft.
Fill items in layers and compress gently as you go.
A funnel or wide-neck opening can help when filling smaller items.

Kapok can also be blended with other natural fillings to adjust firmness.

Care

Keep kapok filling inside a removable inner cover where possible.
Air and fluff regularly.
If washing an encased item, ensure it dries completely.