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Brand History
The agave sisalana plant is native to Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, where the early Mayan city of Coba prospered in trade. Centuries later, sisal became a thriving export of Mexico.
Today, we offer Coba® wallcovering as an homage to the origin of sisal fibers.
Coba wallcovering adds elegance and interest to any wall through its natural texture. Not only does sisal provide a design element, but its strength is for areas that see a lot of traffic. Sisal is economical to install and skillfully covers concrete block and other rough surface walls. With 12 colors to choose from, Coba is sure to transform any space.
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What is Sisal?
Sisal is the natural derivative of the agave sisalana plant and is grown commercially in Brazil, Mexico, and Africa. The plant is a member of the henequen family.
Noted for its tensile strength, sisal has been used predominately for baler twine and rope.
The sisal fibers are vat-dyed to color specification and woven to create a beautiful, long-lasting wallcovering.
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8 Colors 311 - AMETHYST 332 - GARNET 331 - EMERALD 334 - JACINTH 335 - TOPAZ 333 - SAPPHIRE 712 - IVORY 713 PEARL 714 - CHALCEDONY 715 BERYL 716 GREY AGATE 731 - JASPER 12’ 12’ 12’ 12’ 12’ 12’ or 13’ 12’ 12’ or 13’ 12’ or 13’ 12’ or 13’ 12’ or 13’ 12’
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Ultimate Protection
Coba wallcovering provides incredible protection by weaving high tensile strength fibers into a solid covering that will not scratch or mar. It is ultimate protection that still provides a warm, natural aesthetic.
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Coba® wallcovering is made from 100% sisal. Sisal is derived from the Sisalana Agave plant, which is a rapidly renewable product. Coupled with Fibreworks® proprietary, low-VOC adhesive, this product is perfect for anyone seeking LEED certification.
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Sound Absorbent
As a natural fiber, sisal has inherent acoustical properties which improves sound quality by reducing echo and creates an environment that is more enjoyable.
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Anti-Static
Sisal is naturally anti-static. Unlike many other wallcovering products, Coba does not create static electricity that is passed on to people giving them a nasty shock once discharged.
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Versatile
Ideal for installation on a variety of substrates without telegraphing; concrete block, plaster, brick, and drywall. The versatility of Coba wallcovering offers solutions to a myriad of problems you might encounter.
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Specifications
Composite & Construction: 100% sisal, Boucle weave
Pile Height: 1/4”
Weight: Minimum of 48 oz/sq yd
Type: Reversible weave without backing
Roll Dimensions: 12’ x 100’; 13’ x 50’ subject to availability
Quality Assurance: Class A Flame Spread Rating; ASTM-E84; Passes Corner Burn Test; UBC 8-2 & NFPA 265
Acoustical: NRC Value: .10 avg ASTM C: 423-90a
Static Control: 100% static free
Environmental: LEED Credits available rating sys; (USGBC); Rapidly renewable bio-based material; Low-emitting materials
Approved Adhesive: Fibreworks #257 Sisal Adhesive - instant tact, dries firm, non-hazardous, low moisture, latex & water soluble, VOC compliant
Notice: Fibreworks #257 Sisal Adhesive is the only recommended adhesive for Coba® Wallcovering. Fibreworks® will not guarantee any installation of sisal when another adhesive is used. If you have any questions, please call Fibreworks®.
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Benefits of Coba®
• Extremely durable - will not scar or mar
• Economical to install, with minimal wall preparation
• Sound absorbent
• Class A flame spread
• Meets requirements for the NFPA 265
• Ideal for high-traffic areas
• Transforms institutional surfaces, including concrete block, and prevents telegraphing of joints
• Resists casual ballpoint pen marks
• Tackable surface
• Warm, natural and elegant look
• Seamless installation
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Green Qualities
• Rapidly renewable bio-based material
• Sustainably harvested (only mature leaves)
• Biodegradable
• Low-emitting, water-soluble adhesive
• Lead-free
• Static-free
• May contribute to LEED Green Building Certification New Construction (NC) and Commercial Interiors (CI) credits MR-6 and EQ-4.1
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