Both wood buttons and bamboo buttons are buttons made from plant stems. There are many such buttons in the international market. Wood buttons are the main product structure. People choose wood buttons because they are tired of the long-term and large-scale use of synthetic plastics. Many people believe that "natural" materials must be non-toxic and beneficial to human health, and wood buttons cater to this mentality.
Wood buttons have natural wood textures, which are very simple and natural. In addition, their rough appearance forms a sharp contrast with the high gloss of plastic buttons. Therefore, this type of button is very suitable for linen fabrics or plain casual clothes, and can also meet the aesthetic habits of some people who are innovative and unconventional. The main component of wood buttons is lignin, which has strong resistance to organic solvents and can withstand durable dry cleaning agents. It can be dry-cleaned together with clothing. The fatal disadvantage of wood buttons is its water absorption. Since wood fibers are highly absorbent, they will quickly absorb water and swell in humid weather or when placed in water. When dried again, they may crack, deform, or become rough, which can easily snag clothing fibers. In order to overcome the shortcomings of wood buttons, attention should be paid to selecting wood or parts with dense wood, long growth period, and old age. After the buttons are polished, they are treated with high-quality varnish to seal all water-absorbing pores. After such treatment, buttons can avoid the problem of easy water absorption.
