Kapok Fill for Comforter
October 13, 2013, by Debra Lynn Dadd
Question from Dianne
Hi Debra, I am looking for an organic comforter for my granddaughters and have found a lot of wool versions from your website. Thank You for that!
I was wondering if you know anything about something called Kapok seeds? Gaiam has a comforter with Kapok seeds which is covered with organic cotton. Do you have any info on this?
Thanks So Much! Dianne
Debra's Answer
Yes, I know about kapok. It is a silky fiber taken from the seed pod of the tropical kapok tree, which is also called the "silk-cotton tree." It is used as an alternative to down for stuffing in comforters and pillows.
It is totally fine to use this natural material.
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