"Throwing away materials that can be used to make new products is a waste of resources. But using recycled textile materials for BARRMYNTA was not all easy,” says project leader Wenky Liu. Any colour can be created by dyeing, but this often requires various chemicals and large amounts of water. "We wanted to minimise this, so we used the colours from the co-worker clothing; yellow, blue, white and black. By experimenting with different nuances, we made all colours harmonise beautifully,” Wenky continues. "We also wanted to recreate the iconic striped expression of the uniform. Our designer did a fantastic job with these limitations.”
BARRMYNTA Curtains, 1 pair, multicolour/striped with heading tape, 145x250 cm
Price 990THB
Must be completed with
How to get it
Curtains with heading tape allow you to hang the curtain directly on the curtain rod using the rod pocket or tabs. You can also hinge the curtain onto a track rail using gliders and hooks.
Article number605.985.05
Product details
The curtains can be used on a curtain rod or a curtain track.
Using gliders and hooks usually creates a more formal and dressed-up feel, where hardware is not visible.
Designer
Darja Nordberg
Materials and care
Material
52% cotton (min. 50% recycled), 35% polyester (100% recycled), 13% viscose (100% recycled)
Care
Shrinkage maximum 4%.
Machine wash, max 40°C, normal process.
Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Do not iron.
Do not dryclean.
Assembly and documents
Assembly instructions
BARRMYNTA Curtains, 1 pair605.985.05Measurements
- Area: 3.63 m²
- Length: 250 cm
- Width: 145 cm
- Package quantity: 2 pieces
Packaging
BARRMYNTA
Article number605.985.05- Width: 19 cm
- Height: 12 cm
- Length: 28 cm
- Weight: 2.20 kg
- Package(s): 1
Accessories for BARRMYNTA
SustainabilityPeople and planet
Sustainable life at home
Giving new life to IKEA co-worker uniforms
Our store co-workers work hard to help customers. So do their uniforms, and over time they wear out and need to be replaced with new ones. So, what can be done with thousands of garments that are no longer used, even though the material is basically fully functional? For example, pillows, curtains, and bags, like we have done with BARRMYNTA. That way, we give materials new life as beautiful products in our customers’ homes.
Story
Giving new life to IKEA co-worker uniforms
The BARRMYNTA products are largely made from clothing worn by IKEA store co-workers. To reach the expression and quality we wanted, we had to activate our experimental vein.
Our store co-workers work hard to help customers. So do their uniforms, and over time they wear out and need to be replaced with new ones. So, what can be done with thousands of garments that are no longer used, even though the material is basically fully functional? For example, pillows, curtains, and bags, like we have done with the BARRMYNTA series.
Iconic stripes
Testing for quality
The BARRMYNTA textiles had to be durable and be able to be washed again and again without losing colour or function. “To get the strength right, we mixed recycled textile fibres with virgin materials, but we wanted to use as little virgin material as possible. We tested several blends, and in the end, we found the right balance.” When Wenky looks back on the product development, there is one thing that makes her extra proud. "I love that we give materials new life as beautiful home furnishing products in our customers' homes!"
Function solution
The fabric dims the daylight
The fabric dims the daylight entering the room when it is brighter outside, and reduces glare. It gives you a comfortable sense of privacy because people cannot see in during the daytime. At night, when the room is lit, it is possible to perceive shapes and silhouettes from outside.