USE OF COCONUT POWDER WASTE FOR MANUFACTURING INTERIOR ELEMENTS

Abstract

Indonesia is the largest producer of coconuts, producing around 18 million tons of coir annually. However, only about 3% of this production is utilized annually. In fact, coconut fiber has a variety of extraordinary benefits that can be used in various industries. One example is that coconut powder can be used to create aesthetic elements in the interior. Coconut fiber (Coco fiber) is a coconut waste that produces coconut powder, which is the result of processing coconut fibers into CFB and CFS. These products produce supporting materials in the interior that can be implemented into the interior scope which can be processed into wallpaper, floors, ceilings and furniture covers. This research shows that coconut coir waste can produce commercial products that have high potential value. This research uses an experimental method with a trial of making renewable (sustainable) products. This paper aims to disseminate new discoveries about the innovation of making materials from coconut powder waste, so that this information can be spread more widely and encourage more effective, innovative, and environmentally friendly utilization.