Bamboo or bambu clothing, is it the same

Short answer: Yes, bamboo and bambu clothing are in practice the same thing, namely clothing made of viscose from bamboo. The difference is the language: bamboo is the English word, bambu is used in Swedish, and bambus in Danish and German. So these are not two different materials, but different spellings for the same plant.

The same material, different words

Bamboo, bambu and bambus are all names for the same plant, just in different languages. When you see them on clothing, it is about clothing where the fabric comes from bamboo. The words are used freely in shops and in searches, so you can safely assume that the same thing is meant, whichever spelling you meet.

Why there are several spellings

English uses bamboo, Swedish uses bambu, and Danish and German use bambus. Many people search for the word they know from their own language, and that is why you see them all. There is no difference in quality in the word itself, so it makes no difference to the clothes which variant is on a page or in an advert.

Bamboo clothing for women in practice

If you want to see what it looks like in practice, look at bamboo clothing for women, where the fabric is viscose from bamboo. There you find everyday clothing such as T-shirts, tops, underwear, socks and sweat styles. Feel how the fabric feels, and choose by fit and your own needs.

What the label says

The label shows the composition, and it matters more than the word bamboo or bambu in the product name. It may say viscose from bamboo or viskose af bambus, depending on the language. Read it, so you know what the fabric consists of and whether there is elastane or other fibres in the blend.

What bamboo viscose is

Bamboo viscose is a fabric where the raw material is bamboo, but where the fibre has been processed into a smooth cellulose fibre. So it is not raw bamboo, whichever language the word is in. Many find the fabric soft, but that is a personal experience, so try it for yourself.

Is the quality the same

Quality does not depend on the spelling, but on the yarn, the knit and how the clothing is sewn. Two pieces that are both called bamboo clothing can therefore feel very different. Look at the label, feel the fabric and use your own experience when you choose.

How to choose

Choose by fit, colour and what you will use the clothes for, not by which word is on the product. Look at the range for women and bamboo T-shirts for women, and start with the pieces you wear most. Try a single piece first, and add more when you know what you like.

Care and washing

Whatever the clothes are called, follow the care label. Wash gently at a low temperature and dry the clothes in the air if you can, because viscose can react to heat and moisture. With a little care the clothes keep their shape through many washes, and you enjoy them for longer.

In short, the same thing

Bamboo and bambu clothing are the same thing, namely clothing made of viscose from bamboo. The difference is the language and not the material. Check the composition on the label, choose the fit according to your needs and follow the care label. Then you know what you are getting, and can compare without being confused by the spelling.

Frequently asked questions

Are bamboo and bambu the same?

Yes, it is the same plant and the same material in clothing, namely viscose from bamboo. The difference is only the language and spelling.

Does the spelling matter for quality?

No, quality depends on the yarn, the knit and the sewing, not on the word. Read the label and feel the fabric.

How do I see what the clothes are made of?

Read the composition on the label. It shows which fibres the fabric consists of and how the clothes should be cared for.

You can find the full range at Copenhagen Bamboo.